By Dr. Innocent Chidumebi Okonkwo
A sad moment in Aguleri as Chief Barr. John Jurist Onuorah Emeka (JJO) goes home tomorrow, 26th day of April 2024 at 69 years, when his well wishers were still expecting him to render more services to Aguleri.
Late JJ was a gem in the eyes of many and a foundation for many successes in Omabala communities. In his not-so-short life. He affected a lot of people in several ways and the result of his impact will last for a very long time.
Born on May 5th 1955 in Umuezunu Enugwu Aguleri Anambra East to the family of Ogbuanyinya Emeka Agbasionwe.
He was the brother to five sisters—Nwodu, Oliaku, Ejima, Egonaekwu, and the late Mrs. Uzoyibo—and seven brothers—late Chief Ekwoba, Egbunike, Victor, Sunday, Chinedu, Nnamdi, and Osoyi.
On completing his primary education, Chief Barrister John Jurist Onuora Emeka attended St. Joseph Memorial High School for his secondary education. He pursued his higher education at Imo State University where he read and obtained a Law degree (LLB) on September 22, 1986.
Following his graduation, he attended the Nigerian Law School in Victoria Island Lagos where he was called to the bar Barrister-at-Law (BL) degree with honors in the same year.
Late Chief Barrister John Emeka began his legal career in Onitsha before proceeding to Lagos and established ORA EMEKA CHAMBERS.
He eventually returned to Anambra State where he was active as a legal practitioner. He was a known figure in Politics of Anambra State and his community at large. Throught his career, he was known for his dedication and success, achieving favorable outcomes in many of his cases.
JJ was not only a practitioner but also a mentor and advisor, Community organizer, providing counsel to corporations and individuals alike. His colleagues revered him for his amiable character and humility, traits that made him a respected figure in the legal community & community service delivery.
He married Mrs. Ugom Nnaegbo from Igboezunu Aguleri. Together, they were blessed with three children: two daughters, Chioma and Kamsi, and a son, Tochukwu. As a father, he instilled strong moral values and the fear of God in his children, a legacy that remains a testament to his character.
He was an active member of various professional and social clubs, contributing significantly to each organization. He was the pioneer President General Aguleri Communities where he played active roles in uniting Agulerians for positive developments. Also a members of the prestigious Ezeri Cabinet institution. He was conferred with so many chieftency titles from communities as Ekwueme Okaka Iduu Eri Kingdom, Kpakpando Ikem Ivite Community among others.
After a protracted illness, Chief Barrister Emeka passed away on January 31, 2024, at the age of 69. His life and work left an indelible mark on his family, friends, and the legal community . He will be remembered for his profound contributions and enduring legacy