Fondly called Odera, Mbadinuju was the Anambra governor between 1999 and 2003 under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party.
By Jeffrey Agbo
Ex-governor of Anambra State, Chinwoke Mbadinuju, has died at the age of 78, his son, Cheta Mbadinuju, announced on Tuesday.
Mbadinuju was said to have died at the National Hospital in Abuja on Tuesday.
Fondly called Odera, Mbadinuju was the Anambra governor between 1999 and 2003 under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party.
A press statement signed by his son, on behalf of the family, revealed that he died after a brief illness.
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The statement read, “With heavy hearts but utmost gratitude to God for a life well spent, we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, uncle, friend and associate, Dr Chinwoke Mbadinuju, a former governor of Anambra State and elder statesman.
“Odera, as he was fondly called, passed peacefully at the age of 78 years on the morning of April 11, 2023 at the National Hospital, Abuja after a brief illness, surrounded by his family and loved ones.
“At this trying time, we pray for God’s grace and mercy upon him and those left behind to mourn him. His funeral arrangements will be announced in due course by the family.”
