Tinubu mourns as Asagba of Asaba dies

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said he received the news of the passing of the Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Obi Joseph Chike Edozien (CFR), with deep sadness. Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity in a statement said Tinubu condoles with the family, Delta State Traditional Rulers’ Council, the […]

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said he received the news of the passing of the Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Obi Joseph Chike Edozien (CFR), with deep sadness.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity in a statement said Tinubu condoles with the family, Delta State Traditional Rulers’ Council, the government, and the people of the state over the “painful loss.”

“The impactful life of the late monarch and eminent professor of medicine also acknowledges his advocacy for peaceful co-existence among Nigerians and a 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.”

While praying for the peaceful repose of the departed, the president urged the royal family and all those mourning the loss to take solace in his legacies.