A New Dawn

It's not for us to say but for the Lord to save His own. On December 10, 2005 in the Sosoliso Plane crash that killed 60 Loyola Students amongst others, amidst the tears and sorrow, there arose hope. This ray of light lays in the one of two survivors and sole student survivor, Kechi Okwuchi. People may blog about this and spread the word, I am blogging about it on a personal level because I know Kechi and I know how strong she is and how much of an amazing and hilarious person she is.

 With 60% intensive burns and up to 5 weeks in medically-induced coma and over 75 surgeries to date,almost 6 years later and Kechi continues to rebuild her life. With about $400, 000 worth of surgeries, it is time to reach out to you.

Yimi Omofuma and Somachi Chris-Asoluka, two of Kechi's closest friends, and former classmates, have teamed up with Kechi's family and Loyola Jesuit College, to hold a Fundraising Dinner that will cover the cost of Kechi's future surgeries.

'A New Dawn': The fundraiser will be held on the 30th of July 2011, at the Landmark center, Victoria Island, Lagos.


It will feature a fashion show titled "Sunset and Sun dawn" showcasing unique designs from MUDI, KECHI'S and a host of upcoming talent. In addition, there will be special music performances from BEZ, MUNA, WAJE, LYNXXX, FREEWINDZ, and other surprise artistes.

For those of us who are unfortunately far away and unable to attend, there are ways to donate into a fundraiser account. And don't dare think that what you plan to donate is not enough. Information about donations is very confidential and any amount you donate, I assure you will be greatly appreciated especially when there is power in numbers. So tell a friend and that friend's friend and the friend's friend's friend and the chain will continue. Let's make this viral because it could have been any one of us and I would pray that there will be people to reach out. Share the news, if there are companies willing to be involved with the cause, even more amazing.

Website: http://kechiokwuchifundraiser.com/
Email : kofundraiser@gmail.com


Pictures of Kechi before and after the crash are below; pictures of her after the surgery are slightly graphic and can be viewed here .

It's not what you say about an event that matters, it is what you do.
So say a prayer, spread the word, donate or attend the event. Do one or all, but please do something. 
Kechi is truly a miracle and ready to face 'A NEW DAWN'


Have an amazing rest of the week and weekend people.


Yours Truantly,

Ij