Late Architecture Benjamin Afakwu: Celebrating a Life of Impact 20 Years After.
A man of Royce Okolie Twenty years after his passing, the remarkable life, professional accomplishments, philanthropic disposition and enduring legacy of Late Architect Benjamin Sunday Afakwu remain worthy of celebration.
A man of immense charm and charisma, he was a distinguished professional, philanthropist, sports enthusiast, devoted family man and committed Catholic whose contributions touched lives across different generations.
Twenty years may have passed since the departure of Late Architect Benjamin Afakwu, but the memories of his remarkable life, professional accomplishments and contributions to humanity remain indelible in the hearts of those who knew him.
Indeed, his family, the people of Onicha-Ugbo in Delta State, the University of Port Harcourt community and the nation at large lost a rare gem when he passed on November 13, 2006, at the age of 57. An achiever in several ramifications of life, Afakwu was a man whose story represented resilience, determination, intellectual curiosity and an uncommon commitment to personal development. From his humble beginnings in Onicha-Ugbo to his professional accomplishments in the built environment and his eventual rise to the position of Chief Technical Officer at the University of Port Harcourt, his journey was one of courage, hard work and perseverance. Born on April 10, 1949, in Onicha-Ugbo, Delta State, he was the last of five children of the late Mr.
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