MRS MARY EDEH:AN AMBASSADOR OF GIRL EDUCATION, RESILIENCE & DISCIPLINE

(A Tribute to Mrs. Mary Edeh: An Ambassador of girl education, resilience & discipline.)

Today, 8th November 2025 we solemnly honor the life of Mrs. Mary Edeh, a remarkable woman whose legacy as an ambassador of girl education and a pillar of strength will forever inspire us. Through her unwavering commitment, even in the midst of a lot of life and family  tribulations she educated her five children ( all girls) to the highest levels, each achieving master’s degrees—a true testament to her dedication and belief in the power of education.

Mrs. Edeh instilled in her children not only academic excellence but also strong morals and discipline, shaping them into individuals of integrity and purpose they are today. Her resilience was unmatched; despite the challenges of raising and training her children alone, she never wavered in her determination. 

At an adult age, she herself pursued higher education, entering the university and graduating with commendable grades. A feat very difficult to achieve while combining it with following her children's education at the same period.

As a mathematics teacher, Mrs. Edeh dedicated her life to nurturing young minds, imparting knowledge and inspiring countless students until her retirement. Her journey is a beacon of hope and a powerful example of perseverance, courage, and love.

Mrs. Mary Edeh’s life reminds us that with faith, hard work, and resilience, barriers can be overcome and dreams fulfilled. She was not just a mother and educator but a great inspiration to all who knew her.

Anytime you met her she showed love and friendship with her charming and captivating smiles and voice which transmitted pure love.

I met her exactly a year ago in the United Kingdom at the baptism of her grandchildren (the triplets of her daughter married to Dr Ugo Nweke) .We spent the whole evening talking. She told me something that was not just consolatory but a great lesson. Madame Mary said “Charlie ,I know the death of your younger sister years ago devastated you a lot,let all of us honour her by following and fulfilling her dreams and purposes which were loving and helping others,and  by doing that we may heal our pains”.

Today, I repeat her words to all who mourn her. i.e to alleviate our pains by continuing with her legacy.

Mrs. Mary Edeh’s life stands as a powerful inspiration—a testament to strength, determination, and the enduring value of education.

 As we bid her farewell today, we honor her legacy and pray that her spirit continues to inspire future generations.

May the soul of our beloved Mrs Mary EDEH rest in peace.

I am 

Charles O.Chukwubike 

charlie.mbc@gmail.com

CHANGES ON THE WAY

ADMINISTRATIVE COMMUNICATION

·         We have arrived the 5000 quota ascribed by FB and may not accept more requests , However, we shall start to remove names  of those who never posted anything nor commented on any issue .i.e dormant addresses thus creating more rooms .

These are some platforms  and groups managed by NOL.

·         You can however subscribe to Nenwe on line group all information go there also.https://www.facebook.com/groups/53245186141/   NOL GROUP

 

·         Or  the group for younger ones…New generation : https://www.facebook.com/groups/nenweonline.newgeneration/

·         This group is where  people learn and communicate mainly in Nenwe language https://www.facebook.com/groups/1505573913074466/

 The first NOL  ( which has some sub groups, religious, health, education etc) started in  2002. you can apply for subscription through : https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/NENWEONLINE/info

·         Our blog is http://nenweonline.blogspot.co.uk/

·         Our FB web page is . https://www.facebook.com/nenweonline

·         Our NOL WhatsApp still has some space to add numbers. This is for immediate contact and ‘breaking  News’: you can get connected through someone who is already there ,therefore ask around or inbox your phone number to the moderator

·         There are also OTHER NUMEROUS VIBRANT Nenwe  groups  but the above  are the main social media administrated by NOL  which started officially in august 2002.

WE ARE STARTING A SELECTION OF  VOLUNTEER MODERATORS  FOR THESE GROUPS.

I still have a lot to offer  but I believe GOOD  younger hands  might add more innovative aspects  to our  general communication advancement. Secondly the demand is getting much .

We have  just nominated /appointed Ifeoma Alinta (Oyibo Alinta)  one of the moderators in the new group Nenwei (nol) https://www.facebook.com/groups/1505573913074466/  which she has not  yet accepted anyway. Though resident outside Nigeria , she has been very outstanding in written and spoken Nenwei on NOL, and other contributions in cultural, social/educational promotions within the community.

THE INNOVATIONS CONTINUE

Thanks

The Moderator  (NOL)

Chukwubike Okey. Charles