Tears, Tributes As Patrick Odey Is Laid To Rest In Cross River

The quiet Mbube community in Ogoja Local Government Area of Cross River State became a sanctuary of grief and solemn reflection this past Saturday as family, friends, and colleagues gathered to inter the remains of Patrick Odey. Odey, who served as a dedicated correspondent in Akwa Ibom State, passed away at the age of 62, leaving behind a profound vacuum in both his immediate family and the broader media landscape.

During the funeral service, the atmosphere was thick with the weight of loss, as mourners recounted the life of a man whose career spanned decades of committed reportage. Survivors, including his wife, six children, and grandchildren, received support from a diverse assembly of community members and professional associates who traveled from various parts of the country to pay their final respects.

Representatives from the media sector lauded Odey’s professional integrity, noting his unwavering commitment to objective journalism even under challenging circumstances. His passing is seen as a significant loss for the Fourth Estate, particularly in the South-South region where his presence and reportorial skills were well-regarded by his peers and sources alike.