Tinubu Mourns Asagba of Asaba, Obi Chike Edozien

Deji Elumoye in Abuja 

President Bola Tinubu has received with deep sadness the news of the passing of the Asagba of Asaba, Obi Joseph Chike Edozien.

The president, in a release issued on Thursday by his Media Adviser, Ajuri Ngelale, condoled with the family, Delta State Traditional Rulers’ Council, the government, and the people of the state on the painful loss.

President Tinubu celebrated 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.

According to the President, “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 beloved departed, the president urged the royal family and all those who mourn this gaping loss to take solace in the legacies of His Royal Majesty.