…Philanthropist urges justice, compassion, and community solidarity as he visits bereaved families in Bende, Abia State
In a show of empathy and community solidarity, the Chairman of CAADES Group and founder of the Chima Anyasọ Foundation, Dr. Chimaobi Desmond Anyasọ, has paid a condolence visit to the family of Late Wisdom Okorie Akobundu, who reportedly died under suspicious circumstances while in police custody in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State.
According to reports, the deceased, a native of Ozuitem in Bende, was invited by the police for questioning over undisclosed allegations but was allegedly subjected to severe torture that led to his death at the Bende Police Division.
Dr. Anyasọ said he was compelled to visit the grieving family after reading disturbing reports of the incident on social media.
“This heartbreaking incident reminds us that every life, every soul, matters deeply,”
Dr. Anyasọ said during the visit.
“No family should have to endure such pain, and no young life should be cut short in this manner. We must continue to demand justice and fairness in our society.”
While consoling the family, he prayed for divine strength and comfort, describing the death as “tragic and unacceptable.”
Speaking on behalf of the bereaved, Mr. Okorie Festus, elder brother of the deceased, expressed grief and called for justice.
“Our family has always been known for integrity and good conduct in the Bende community,”
he said.
“All we seek is justice, not just for our brother, but to ensure such a painful loss never befalls another innocent person.”
Dr. Anyasọ was accompanied on the condolence visit by traditional and community leaders, including Eze Patrick Ude, Ezeogo Emeka Onuoha (Olakuruome), Pastor Okechukwu Dike, Mrs. Arisa Okparaigbo, and other notable personalities from Bende.
In a related development, Dr. Anyasọ also visited the family of Late Rev. Okor Nwachukwu Ema of Ibinaukwu, Igbere, a respected teacher, mentor, and servant of God whose life touched many through the Ahuoma Anyaso Educational Foundation.
Reflecting on both visits, Dr. Anyasọ emphasized the need for compassion and unity in times of loss.
“Over the past few days, I’ve visited two families in Bende whose hearts are heavy with grief,”
he said. “These visits are not just about mourning, but about standing together in compassion and reaffirming that in times of sorrow, no family should walk alone.”
Through the Chima Anyasọ Foundation, Dr. Anyasọ continues to champion humanitarian causes and extend support to families and individuals in distress.
“May God grant eternal rest to the departed and comfort to the families they left behind.May their memories inspire us to build a more humane and just society,” he prayed.
