Details have emerged on how a former military governor of Osun and Abia states, Colonel Anthony Uzoma Obi (rtd), died on first day of the New Year.
Platforms Africa reports that this was contained in a statement by the Obi’s family obtained by this leading pan-African media group.
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The statement reads, “We the Family of His Excellency, Rtd Colonel Anthony Uzoma Obi humbly announce the gentle passing of our Patriarch, and head of the family on Saturday, 1st of January 2022 by 6:03 PM.
“Our father was a Lion, a warrior, a brave soldier who served the Nation Nigeria as a Two Time Military Administrator and Governor of Osun State, and Abia State Nigeria.
“Anthony Uzoma Obi was a loving husband first, and a devoted father who instilled love, discipline, and humility in all he did on his time on earth.
“He shared with us a love deeply portrayed all through his life, and he most importantly was the bravest man we ever knew.
“We ask that in this time of our grief, that prayers and goodwill are directed towards our family in this trying moment.
“Adieu Colonel A. U. Obi, your whole family will forever keep your memory alive, through the mercy of God”.
Osun State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola has condoled with family of late Uzoma.
Oyetola, In a condolence message addressed to the family, mourned the demise of the former military administrator, hailing his contributions to governance in Osun.
