A former governor of Osun and Abia States,Colonel Anthony Obi Is Dead.
His family released the statement below;
We the Family of Rtd Colonel Anthony Obi humbly announce the gentle passing of our Patriarch, and head of the family on Saturday, 1st of January 2022 by 6:03 PM.
Our father was a Lion, a warrior, a brave soldier who served the Nation Nigeria as a Two Time Governor of Osun State, and Abia State Nigeria.
Anthony Uzoma Obi was a loving husband first, and a devoted father who instilled love, discipline, and humility in all he did on his time on earth.
He shared with us a love deeply portrayed all through his life, and he most importantly was the bravest man we
ever knew.
We ask that in this time of our grief, that prayers and goodwill are directed towards our family in this trying moment.
Adieu Colonel A. U. Obi, your whole family will forever keep your memory alive, through the mercy of God.
Sincerely,
The Family of Colonel Anthony Uzoma Obi (Rtd).
