Tragic Farewell: First-class Rivers Graduate Laid to Rest Amidst Tears
Sampson Sekidika lamented the untimely end to his daughter's dreams, revealing her academic excellence and aspirations for further studies abroad. He vowed to pursue justice for Rebekah and called for in medical procedures to prevent similar tragedies.
In a heart-wrenching ceremony on Saturday, friends, family, and mourners bid farewell to Rebekah Sekidika, a first-class graduate of Microbiology from Benson Idahosa University. The emotional gathering took place at the Port Harcourt cemetery in Rivers State, where Rebekah was laid to rest.
Rebekah tragically passed away on February 2, 2024, during a medical procedure at Paragon Clinics and Image Diagnosis in Port Harcourt. Her father, Sampson Sekidika, expressed his grief and emphasized his demand for justice, attributing his daughter's death to the negligence of the medical team.
The funeral service, conducted by Bishop Chris Ebata, provided a somber moment for reflection, with hymns and readings from the Scriptures. Bishop Ebata reminded attendees of the inevitability of death and urged them to live purposefully.
Sampson Sekidika lamented the untimely end to his daughter's dreams, revealing her academic excellence and aspirations for further studies abroad. He vowed to pursue justice for Rebekah and called for in medical procedures to prevent similar tragedies.
The ceremony concluded with Rebekah's interment amidst a downpour, adding to the emotional atmosphere as loved ones said their final goodbyes. Rebekah's memory lives on, cherished by all who knew her.