Ojy Okpe's Father, Chief Matthew Egwuenu, Laid to Rest in Delta State

Funeral rites for Chief Matthew Egwuenu, the late father of ARISE News Anchor Ojy Okpe, were held on April 9 and 10 in Ukwuani, Delta State. The event saw prominent personalities in attendance.

April 11, 2026 at 8:59 PM2 min read1 views

The funeral ceremonies for Chief Matthew Egwuenu, a retired Commissioner of Police and father to ARISE News anchor Ojy Okpe, took place on April 9th and 10th in Ukwuani, Delta State. He was laid to rest following these observances.

The main article features photographs from the funeral rites, showcasing notable attendees.

Group photo of prominent individuals at the funeral, including Oluchi Orlandi, John Paul Egwuenu, Ojy Okpe, Allen Onyema, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, and Chief Maureen Okogwu Ikokwu.

Among the distinguished guests present were international model Oluchi Orlandi, the deceased's son John Paul Egwuenu, Ojy Okpe herself, Chairman and CEO of Air Peace Allen Onyema, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of THISDAY-ARISE Media Group Prince Nduka Obaigbena, and SA Foreign and Diaspora Relations to the Governor of Kaduna State Chief Maureen Okogwu Ikokwu.

A group of family and guests gathered after the funeral service for Chief Matthew Egwuenu.

A cross-section of family members and guests were captured after the funeral service.

From left to right: Chiedu Ebie, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, Allen Onyema, and Charles Aniagwu at the funeral event.

Further attendees included Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission Chiedu Ebie, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, Allen Onyema, and Delta State Commissioner of Works and Public Information Charles Aniagwu.

Ojy Okpe's Father, Chief Matthew Egwuenu, Laid to Rest in Delta State

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