Burial Programme Announced for Late Sen. Barr. Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi
The Burial Media and Publicity Committee of the late Distinguished Senator and legal luminary, Senator Barrister Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, has officially announced the programme of events for his final rites.
This announcement follows a meeting of the committee held on Monday, 2nd February 2026, at the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA) Conference Room, Asaba, Delta State.
According to the released schedule, burial activities will span over two weeks and will commence on Thursday, 12th February 2026, with a Valedictory Session at the Senate Red Chambers of the National Assembly, Abuja, where serving and former lawmakers will pay glowing tributes to the late senator. On the same day, a Virgin Mass will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, Abuja.
A Night of Tribute has been scheduled for Tuesday, 24th February 2026, at the Dome Event Centre, GRA, Asaba. The event will bring together dignitaries, political associates, family members, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate the life, service, and legacy of the former federal lawmaker.
On Thursday, 26th February 2026, a Court Valedictory Session will be held in honour of Senator Nwaoboshi’s outstanding contributions to the legal profession and the judiciary. Later that same day, a Service of Songs and Vigil Mass will take place at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Ibusa, commencing at 6:00pm.
The Funeral Mass is scheduled for Friday, 27th February 2026, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Ibusa, by 12:00 noon, after which interment will follow. A reception will be held at the Anioboshi Primary School Field, near the Federal Girls’ College, Ibusa, by 2:00pm.
Traditional burial rites, including the Okanga and Ogbu dances, will take place on Saturday, 28th February 2026, alongside other customary ceremonies at his Isieke family home in Ibusa, in accordance with community traditions.
The Burial Media and Publicity Committee hereby calls on well-wishers, political associates, friends, colleagues, and members of the general public to take note of the programme and participate in the burial activities to pay their final respects to the departed senator.
The committee also expresses deep appreciation to all individuals and groups who have sent messages of condolence and support to the family, while praying for God’s abundant blessings upon them all.
Signed:
Patrick Ukah
Chairman,
Media and Publicity Committee
Kweike Phil Eleume
Secretary,
Media and Publicity Committee
