Former Finance Minister, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has lost her father, Obi Chukwuka Okonjo, who was the traditional ruler of Ogwashi Uku, in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State.
Obi Chukwuka Okonjo died at the age of 91 in the United States of America.
The late monarch, who was a professor of mathematics, ascended the throne of his ancestors in 2007.
Meanwhile, a new monarch has been crowned following the conclusion of traditional rites.
He is Ifechukwude Chukwuka Okonjo.
The crowning process featured his endorsement and presentation by the Umu Obi Obahai Royal Family of Ogwashi-Uku and the traditional chalking and crowning ceremonies conducted by the Ikelike and Agidiehi Kingmakers of Ogwashi Uku.
The new Obi, who is a financial management expert, holds two degrees in Economics and History from the University of Maryland, College Park and an MBA from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland.
A transformational minded leader with a deep and abiding love for his people, Obi Ifechukwude Chukwuka Okonjo says his focus is to be a forward-looking and inclusive traditional ruler who will elevate his people by serving as a champion of translating progressive and practical ideas into action.
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