Chukwudi was a charming, kind and talented research physiotherapist whose PhD work was of immense value and a very welcome and important addition to the research evidence for post-stroke rehabilitation.  I met Chukwudi in Birmingham at the UK Stroke Forum conference in December 2023, where he was presenting his poster in relation to his research and he was delighted to be there, sharing his work with AHP colleagues across the UK. We had a lovely dinner one evening with a group of AHPs and Chukwudi was engaging and friendly and we laughed about the size of the portions we were served. His good humour, delightful smile and friendly interest and conversation is something I will never forget, and despite only knowing him relatively briefly, he made a very positive impression. I am so terribly sorry for the sudden loss of such a gifted gentleman who has made a very important contribution to stroke care and who supported so many others selflessly whilst he was studying. May I send my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to all his family and friends who knew and loved him so much.

Gillian Capriotti, AHP stroke consultant, SLT at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.