Okowa Commiserates With Obaigbena over Mother’s Death

Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba

Delta State Governor, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, has commiserated with the Chairman of THISDAY/Arise Group, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, on the death of his mother, Princess Margaret Obaigbena.

The governor condoled with “the Owa Royal family and entire Owa-Oyibu community on the passing of the renowned nurse”. 

He described Madam Obaigbena as “a great mother and an accomplished Nigerian who dedicated her life to the service of mankind through her profession and philanthropy.”

He urged Obaigbena and the family to take solace in the fact that their mother lived a life of sublime accomplishments and impacted society positively in diverse areas. 

Okowa said, “On behalf of my family, the government and people of Delta, I mourn the exit of the matriarch of Obaigbena Royal family of Owa Kingdom. 

“The news of the passing of Princess Margaret Onyemakonor Obaigbena, came to me last night as a shock, especially when my nomination as the Vice Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had just been announced.

“We know that death is the ultimate end of all mortals; I, therefore, encourage the children of Mama and all who mourn her departure to be encouraged by the good legacies she left behind. 

“She impacted on society very well as a young woman, who studied nursing and rose to become the Chief Nursing Officer of the defunct Bendel State Goverment and later Delta State Government. 

“It is my prayer that God will grant her soul eternal repose and grant the family and loved ones she left behind the fortitude to bear this loss.”