Abia State Governor, Chief Theodore Orji, has condoled with the former
Governor of old Anambra State, Senator Jim Nwobodo and his family over the
death of his eldest son, Dr Ifeanyi Nwobodo who died of cancer.
Speaking during a condolence visit to the former Governor in his country
home, Amechi Awkunanaw, Enugu State, Governor Orji described the death of
Dr. Nwobodo as unfortunate and unexpected and urged the bereaved family to
take heart.
The Abia State chief executive implored Senator Nwobodo to remain strong
and hand everything to God and prayed that such unfortunate occurrence
should not befall the family again.
He noted that the deceased was doing very well as a medical doctor until
his sudden death, pointing out that death is a necessary end for all
mortals.
Receiving the Governor, Senator Nwobodo appreciated Governor Orji for the
visit and stated that the death of their son was most painful.
According to him, his late son had cancer and had started recovering
following treatment in the USA until his eventual death on his return to
Nigeria.
He commended Governor Orji for the able way he is piloting Abia State,
assuring him that history will vindicate him.