Delta Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, has expressed sadness over the sudden demise of a member of the State House of Assembly, Hon. Kenneth Ogba.
The lawmaker, who represented Isoko South Constituency I, reportedly slumped and died on Sunday in his home at Oleh.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba, Okowa described the deceased as a committed, hardworking, patriotic and selfless lawmaker who served the state and his constituents diligently.
“We mourn our fallen lawmaker who gave his best in service to God and humanity.
“He was a committed and hardworking member, who championed the cause of his people. Indeed, the late Kenneth Ogba died when his services to the state and nation were most needed.
“On behalf of the government and people of Delta, I commiserate with the Speaker, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, members of the State House of Assembly, Isoko South I constituents and the entire Isoko nation over the demise of Kenneth Ogba.
“As we mourn his passage, may Almighty God give his family, friends, constituents and associates the fortitude to bear the loss,” he said, and prayed God to grant his soul eternal repose.
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