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  • Okowa mourns Senator Nwaoboshi, says Anioma lost fearless, dependable voice

    Okowa mourns Senator Nwaoboshi, says Anioma lost fearless, dependable voice

    Former Governor of Delta, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, has described the late Senator Peter Nwaoboshi as a fearless politician, dependable leader and a strong voice of Anioma people. 

    Speaking in an emotional tribute at the Asaba residence of the late Nwaoboshi, Okowa lamented his passing, noting that Delta and the Anioma nation had lost one of their most committed and outspoken political figures. 

    According to him, the late senator was an astute politician, who played a pivotal role in the political development of Delta particularly during the formative years of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). 

    He recalled that Nwaoboshi was a founding Secretary of the PDP in the State and made significant contributions to the mobilisation efforts that culminated in the party’s historic victory in the 1999 general elections. 

    Okowa further stated that Nwaoboshi’s leadership qualities and dedication to public service saw him rise through the ranks of the party to become its Chairman in Delta before becoming Senator and represented Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly from 2015 to 2023. 

    “He was fearless in his approach to politics and a tireless fighter for the good of his people,” Okowa said, adding that the late lawmaker remained steadfast in defending the interests of Anioma and Delta throughout his political career. 

    The former governor, who is the Coordinator, Renewed Hope Initiative in South -South, described Nwaoboshi’s death as a great loss, noting that Anioma and Delta had lost a dependable voice that consistently stood for justice, equity and development. 

    He prayed for the peaceful repose of Nwaoboshi’s soul, stating that the late politician had completed his earthly assignment to the glory of God. 

    Chief Peter Nwaoboshi, a former senator and seasoned politician, was widely respected for his courage, commitment to party politics and unwavering advocacy for his people. 

    In a related development, Senator Okowa also visited the Chairman of Delta State Civil Service Commission, Chief Roseline Amioku, who lost her son on Thursday in Asaba. 

    He commiserated with the Amioku family and prayed for God to grant them the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss, urging them to take solace in the fact that the departed had gone to rest in the Lord.

  • Oborevwori mourns as former Senator Nwaoboshi dies in Abuja

    Oborevwori mourns as former Senator Nwaoboshi dies in Abuja

    Former Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, is dead.

    Nwaoboshi reportedly collapsed in Abuja on Friday and was rushed for medical attention, but efforts to revive him proved unsuccessful.

    Details of the circumstances surrounding his death were still sketchy as of the time of filing this report.

    Reacting to the development, Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former lawmaker, describing it as a huge loss to Delta State, the Anioma nation and the country at large.

    In a condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described the late senator as a proud son of Delta State and a fearless advocate of the Anioma cause, whose contributions to governance and nation-building would not be forgotten.

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    Oborevwori recalled Nwaoboshi’s tenure in the National Assembly, where he served as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Niger Delta Affairs, noting that his vocal advocacy for the development of the Niger Delta and Delta State marked him out as a passionate and committed leader.

    According to the governor, Nwaoboshi’s rise in politics was anchored on a strong political pedigree, selfless service and loyalty to democratic ideals, which also saw him serve twice as Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State before later aligning with the All Progressives Congress (APC).

    “On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I mourn the passing of my dear friend, Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi,” Oborevwori said.

    “I extend my heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, the people of Anioma nation, members of our great party and all those whose lives he touched. I pray that Almighty God grants his soul eternal rest and gives his family the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”

    Born in Delta State, Senator Nwaoboshi was widely regarded as a strong-willed, outspoken and controversial politician who played frontline roles in party organisation and legislative debates. He served as senator for Delta North between 2015 and 2019 and was known for his combative style, firm political convictions and unapologetic defence of his positions.