It was a colorful event when Chimamanda Adichie’s father was laid to rest in Anambra state, Nigeria.
The event which also had present Chimamanda’s hisband saw a lovely moment when
Chimamanda Adichie’s husband Dr. Ivara Esege lovingly cradled her stomach as her father as emotions went high.
Prof. James Nwoye Adichie, father of the internationally recognised Nigerian writer, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie was laid to rest on Friday October 9, in Abba, Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State.
The burial mass, held at St. Paul’s Catholic Church Abba, was precided by Auxiliary Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Rev. Jonas Benson Okoye with other Catholic priests.
The burial mass was attended by many dignitaries including the former governor of Anambra state, Peter Obi.
The photo posted by the Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS) which has gained commendation shows Dr. Ivara Esege being the ever supportive husband by cradling his grieving wife, Chimamanda.
