The Burial Committee of RT. Hon Dr. Joseph Wayas GCON, appointed by the Governor of Cross River State, his Excellency Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has conducted an on-site assessment in Sankwala, Obanliku Local Government headquarters.
The committee, headed by Papa. Dorn Cklaimz Enamhe consisting of various dignitaries, visited Dr. Joseph Wayas’s old residence at Sankwala Square and his new site near the highway, where he will be laid to rest.
Following this, the committee paid a courtesy visit to the Paramount Ruler of Obanliku, HRM Amb. Dr. Uchua Amos Etem, in his palace.
During the meeting with Uchua Amos, the committee expressed gratitude for the warm reception and sought the royal father’s support and guidance for all guests during the burial activities.
The Chairman of the subcommittee, Justice Elias Abua, praised the convener and emphasized the significance of the repatriation of Wayas’s remains, seeking the cooperation of Obanliku indigenes to ensure the committee’s success.
In response, the Paramount Ruler of Obanliku, HRM Uchua Amos Item, expressed appreciation for the committee’s efforts and the Governor’s determination to give Dr. Wayas a dignified burial.
Uchua Amos Item also commended the committee for dispelling misconceptions about Dr. Wayas’s burial and assured the committee of Obanliku’s readiness to host the world for the burial.
