President Bola Tinubu has described the late Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Obi Professor Joseph Chike Edozien (CFR), as a man that lived an impactful life.
According to a statement made available by the President’s spokesperson,
President Tinubu celebrates the impactful life of the late monarch and eminent professor of medicine, acknowledging his advocacy for peaceful co-existence among Nigerians and inimitable role in forging partnerships across divides.
“His Majesty lived a full life defined by the loftiest ideals of peace, unity, patriotism, honesty, and dignity. This is a sad loss, coming at a time when Nigeria needs more peace-builders and bridge-builders”
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The President condoles with the family, Delta State Traditional Rulers’ Council, the government, and the people of the State on this painful loss.
Edozien, the 13th Asagba of Asaba, died on Wednesday, barely a month after celebrating his 100th birthday anniversary.
(Editor: Ken Eseni)
