Mr. Uguru Felix Destiny, a young man from Ogbodo, Igbeagu in Izzi Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, is set to be laid to rest on June 14, 2025, following a tragic accident that claimed his life on May 28, 2025, when a billboard collapsed on him at Salad Market Junction in Aba, Abia State.
The incident, which occurred in one of Aba’s busiest commercial hubs, sent shockwaves across both Abia and Ebonyi States. Eyewitnesses at the scene described a sudden collapse of a large advertising billboard that fatally struck Felix, leaving onlookers in shock and raising urgent questions about public infrastructure safety in the area.
The deceased, identified as 27-year-old Uguru Felix Destiny, was said to be full of promise and ambition. His untimely death has sparked grief among his family, friends, and the wider Izzi community, many of whom described him as humble, hardworking, and deeply loved.
His funeral will take place at his father’s residence in Ogbodo, Igbeagu, with family members preparing for an emotional farewell. The burial is expected to draw mourners from both states and beyond.
The billboard collapse has led to growing public outcry over safety standards and the enforcement of regulatory guidelines surrounding outdoor advertising structures. Residents and civil society groups are calling on relevant authorities to investigate the cause of the collapse and ensure accountability to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
As the Destiny family prepares to lay their son to rest, the entire Izzi community mourns a life cut short too soon. May his soul rest in peace, and may his family find comfort during this difficult time.
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