Former senator representing Delta north, Peter Nwaoboshi, is dead.
Details of the circumstances surrounding his death were unclear at the time of this report, but the former senator is believed to have died in Abuja on Friday, aged 68.
In a statement, governor of Delta state, Sheriff Oborevwori, expressed “profound grief” over the demise of the former lawmaker.
The governor described his death as a monumental loss to the state, the Anioma nation, and Nigeria.
In a condolence message signed by Festus Ahon, his chief press secretary (CPS), Oborevwori hailed the late Nwaoboshi as a dedicated son of Delta and a bold champion of Anioma interests, whose legacy in nation-building will endure.
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The governor said the late senator’s distinguished tenure in the national assembly, particularly as chairman of the senate committee on Niger Delta affairs.
“Nwaoboshi lived a life of service to his people, his party, and the country, bequeathing a heritage of bravery, loyalty, and commitment to public duty,” Oborevwori said.
“On behalf of the Delta State government and people, I mourn my dear friend, Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi.
“I extend deepest condolences to his family, the Anioma people, members of the All Progressives Congress, and everyone touched by his life. “May God grant his soul peaceful rest and comfort to all who grieve this irreplaceable loss.”
