By joshua Ogori Bids Farewell To Dr. Segun Nezar Keyi As He Is Interred After Service At St. Peter’s Cathedral
Ogori, Kogi State came to a solemn halt as family, colleagues, and community members gathered to lay to rest Late Dr. Segun Nezar Keyi, 72, following a funeral service at the Cathedral of St. Peter, Diocese of Ogori Magongo, Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion.
The funeral service was conducted by Ven. Paul Usman, Sub-Dean of the Cathedral, who preached from Luke Chapter 2 vs 16 on the theme, “You in your lifetime”.
Ven. Usman urged Nigerians to live a life of service to God and humanity, cautioning against the use of wealth and position to intimidate or harm others. He described the late physician as a man who “made positive history in his lifetime” and called on citizens to keep good and accurate records of their contributions to humanity.
He stressed that everyone will be judged according to the works done in their lifetime, adding that stewardship belongs to God and men’s records cannot be erased. Drawing from the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, he said there is no change after death, only the reality of rejoicing or regret and torment. “Now is the day of salvation,” he said, urging all to come to repentance and to replicate the qualities of Jesus Christ in careful, exemplary living.
In the Tributes from his family, Mrs. Joan Keyi, wife: “My dearest husband, Dr. Nezar Segun Keyi, your passing has left a void that words cannot fill. You were a loving husband, devoted father, good Christian and a peaceful man whose kindness and generosity touched so many lives.
Thank you for the beautiful years we shared, for your unwavering support, wisdom, and the love you gave so freely to our family and everyone around you. You lived a life of service, compassion, and humility, and your legacy will continue to speak through the countless lives you impacted.
Rest peacefully, my beloved husband, until we meet again.”
Mrs. Lovelyn Unini Mosugu, daughter:
“My Daddy, my Hero! You were my pillar of strength, my constant support, and my guide. Even as a little girl, I understood that many of the decisions you made after Mum passed away were for our well-being.
Thank you for always putting us first, for defending us, and for instilling in us good character, generosity, and compassion. You upheld the fear of God, integrity, dedication to duty, and unconditional love.
Oh, my personal medical consultant! I will miss you forever. Tigure Edada Oboro. Rest well, Daddy. Your love remains. Your memory endures. Your legacy lives on forever.”
Brief Biography: A Pioneer Physician and Humanitarian
Dr. Nezar Segun Keyi was born on July 7, 1954, in Ogori, Kogi State, to Pa Samson Dangana Aiye Keyi and Madam Dorcas Owoyemi Dangana Aiye Keyi.
He attended St. Peter’s Primary School, Ogori, and St. Michael’s Primary School, Kaduna, before proceeding to Ochaja Secondary School, where he was the only student in the Class of ’74 to finish with Distinctions in WASC, a feat published in the Nigerian Herald that year.
He gained admission to the University of Ibadan/University College Hospital, Ibadan, and graduated with an MBBS in 1980. His career spanned House Officer at General Hospital, Ilorin, pioneer Medical Officer during NYSC at Bomu, Bori, Rivers State, Medical Officer II at General Hospital, Offa, and Chief Medical Doctor at General Hospital, Lokoja. He later served as Medical Superintendent at Ankuri Hospital, Lokoja.
In 1985, he and his late wife, Mrs. Theresa Modupe Keyi, founded *Lafiak Hospital, Abaji-Abuja*, the first hospital in Abaji, with him as pioneer Chief Medical Director. He was widely known as “Baban Likita” of Abaji for bringing accessible healthcare to rural communities.
A member of the NMA, Guild of Medical Directors, AGPMPN, and former member of the Kogi State Health Management Board from 1994 to 1996, he was also active in the Police Community Relations Committee, Ogori Descendants Union Medical Committee, and Anglican Diocesan Medical Advisory Committees. He supported Ogori Community Comprehensive Secondary School with a microscope in 1988 and refurbished the Ogori General Hospital mortuary in 2009.
He is survived by his wife, two children, grandchildren, and many mentees and patients who remember him as a peaceful, cheerful, humble, and generous man dedicated to God and humanity.
After the church service, Dr. Keyi’s remains were interred, marking the end of a life lived in service, compassion, and integrity.