The Governor often entrusted her with numerous ad hoc duties because of her effectiveness. I am able to assess her accomplishments during her tenure because I served as a Deputy Director (Civil Litigation) in the Ministry at that time heading the Department. She transformed the Ministry and the State in ways hitherto unknown. She was a gentle giant—humble, unassuming, and industrious. She encouraged law officers to be hardworking and to serve the State selflessly. Oftentimes, she used her personal resources to ensure that targets were achieved without any let or hindrance. On her appointment as a Judge of the High Court of Anambra State, and later as a Justice of the Court of Appeal of Nigeria, she brought efficiency, candour, and decorum to the judiciary. Her judgments were impeccable. She was full of integrity and soared like an eagle. I first knew Chinwe in absentia in the mid-1960s through her elder sister, Ngozi, who was my schoolmate at Anglican Girls’ Grammar School, Awkunanaw. Ngozi drummed into our ears several times that her immediate younger sister, Chinwe, was very beautiful, gentle, dynamic, brilliant, and hardworking. Finally, I met Chinwe—fondly called Adadioranma—physically at the University of Nigeria in 1973. She was two years my senior in the Faculty of Law. I introduced myself to her, and from then on we developed a friendship that blossomed for many years till her demise. She was always in the Law Library studying, even though she lived off campus. As we mourn the death of this illustrious Nigerian, I recall the wise counsel of the English poet, John Donne (1572–1631). He wrote: “Send not to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee.” The tolling of the church bell to signify the passing of Chinwe is a solemn reminder to us, the living, of our mortality, frailty, and fragility. We should always be ready for eternity. It is also a time to reflect on our legacy and purpose in life. To her family, the judiciary at all levels, Nigeria, friends, and all who knew her, may we be comforted by the poignant words of Chuck Palahniuk, who said: “The goal isn’t to live forever; the goal is to create something that will.” Adadioranma exemplified this truth perfectly. She created a legacy in Nigeria, both at home and in society in general, which will resonate with generations. May God Almighty, whom she served with passion and without equivocation, grant her eternal rest. Adieu, my cherished friend and boss. Lady Hon. Nwando Joy Obika Solicitor-General (Rtd.), Anambra State 8th March, 2026