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Renowned educationalist Esther Okafor laid to rest Jan 4, 2025

Her passion for education fueled a notable career, spanning teaching roles at multiple schools, and culminating as a senior lecturer and department head.

TheOpeyemi A.A² by TheOpeyemi A.A²
December 31, 2024
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  • She was born in 1941 into Eket’s royal family and later married Engineer Benard Okafor, a pianist and voracious collector of books.

The remains of Esther Okafor, a distinguished educationist and author, are scheduled for burial in Anambra state’s Orumba north LGA on January 4, 2025.

Esther Okafor, former head of Federal Polytechnic Oko’s language arts department, wrote several prominent English and theology books, displaying academic prowess.

Born in 1941 to Eket’s royal family, she married Engineer Benard Okafor, a skilled pianist with an impressive book collection.

Esther Okafor’s educational journey began at Eket primary school, progressed through Ogoja secondary school and college of education in Uyo, culminating at Ahmadu Bello University.

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Her passion for education drove a remarkable career, encompassing various teaching roles and senior positions, including department head.

Okafor’s illustrious career, extending beyond retirement, was marked by theological pursuits, earning distinctions from Redeemed Christian Bible College and Word of Faith Bible Institute.

As a dedicated Evangelical Fellowship of the Anglican Communion member and evangelism leader, Esther Okafor founded the Soul Winning Ministry, authored influential books, and left a lasting legacy.

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