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Gov Oyetola Mourns the death of Ex-Osun Military Administrator Anthony Obi
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former military administrator of Osun State, Colonel Anthony Uzoma Obi (rtd) is dead.
A statement issued by Okenwa Aneke on behalf of the family said Obi died on Saturday, January 1, 2022 at 6:03p.m, adding: “Our father was a lion, a warrior, a brave soldier, who served Nigeria as governor of Osun State and Abia State.”
The statement described the deceased as a loving husband, a devoted father, who instilled love, discipline and humility in all he did during his time on earth.
Obi, who served as the military governor of Osun State between August 1996 and August 1998.
Osun State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola, in a condolence message, mourned the demise of the former military administrator.
He condoled the family of the deceased and hailed his contributions to governance in Osun, saying he was one of the leaders who laid the foundation of the State.
“The death of Colonel Anthony Obi (rtd) is painful and a huge loss not only to his family but to the nation. He was a brave, committed and experienced military officer who served Nigeria and Osun in particular selflessly and passionately.
“As a military administrator, Obi made remarkable contributions to governance in Osun and was one of the leaders who laid the foundation of our State and left some legacies he will be remembered for,” he said.
“On behalf of my family, government and the people of Osun, I extend my deepest condolences to the family of Colonel Anthony Obi (rtd). Though his death is devastating, I urge you to take solace in the legacies of selflessness, professionalism and service to humanity he left behind.”
Governor Oyetola prayed God to grant the soul of the deceased eternal rest and give his bereaved family, friends and associates the fortitude to bear the huge loss.
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