Shettima, Olubadan, others pay tribute As Ekhaguere buried

From Taiwo Oluwadare , Ibadan
The late renowned obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr. Felix Amasihohu Ekhaguere, was laid to rest in Benin City, Edo State, on Thursday amid tributes from dignitaries, family members and associates who celebrated his life of service to humanity.
Dr Ekhaguere, who died on June 1, 2026, at the age of 84 after a brief illness, was honoured at a funeral mass held at the Holy Cross Cathedral, Mission Road, Benin City.
Delivering the homily, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Oviasogie described the deceased as a devout Roman Catholic who remained committed to the faith throughout his lifetime. He noted that Dr. Ekhaguere was baptised at the Holy Cross Cathedral, the same ...