Emma Okah Announces Death of Mother, Mama Dubai Arab, at 95

Former Rivers State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Dr. Emma Okah, has announced the death of his mother, Mrs. Comfort Adanwo Okah, popularly known as “Mama Dubai Arab,” who passed away at the age of 95.

In a formal notification issued to family members, friends, associates, and the public, Dr. Okah disclosed that the matriarch died peacefully on June 6, 2026, following a brief age-related illness.

The late Mrs. Okah, née Ajoku-Igwe, was described as a woman of exceptional courage, compassion, fairness, and unwavering faith whose life was dedicated to service, community development, and the advancement of others.

According to the statement signed by Dr. Okah on behalf of the Okah and Ajoku-Igwe families, the deceased remained committed throughout her lifetime to education, self-improvement, public service, politics, and the welfare of people within and outside her immediate family circle.

“Mama Dubai was a woman of exemplary courage, compassion, fairness, and deep faith who believed strongly in education, self-improvement, and service to others,” the statement noted.

The family further described her as a disciplined, fearless, industrious, and independent-minded woman who contributed significantly to the growth of her community and maintained relationships without bitterness.

Beyond her family responsibilities, Mrs. Okah was recognised as a respected community leader who played a key role in mobilising and coordinating women in her community.

Her commitment to Christianity, particularly the Anglican faith, was evident in her active support for the establishment of the King of Kings Anglican Church in Omopo, Elele Town, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State.

Fondly referred to as the family’s “Prayer Warrior,” she remained devoted to God and His Word until her final days, the family said.

The funeral programme released by the family indicates that a Service of Songs will be held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at the Rivers State Ecumenical Centre on Abonnema Wharf Road, Port Harcourt, beginning at 4 p.m.

The funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, July 25, 2026, at St. James Anglican Church, Elele Town, Ikwerre Local Government Area, commencing at 9 a.m.

A reception will follow at Camp David Residence, the country home of Dr. Emma Okah, located along the Elele–Omuanwa Road near the Nigeria Police Anti-Cultism Unit.
A thanksgiving service will be held the following day, Sunday, July 26, 2026, at the same church.

The family expressed gratitude to friends, associates, and well-wishers for their support and prayers, while inviting members of the public to join them in celebrating the life and legacy of the deceased.

Dr. Okah, who signed the announcement as Chief Mourner, said the family remains comforted by the impactful life lived by the nonagenarian, whose contributions to faith, family, and community development will continue to inspire generations.