Ex-Minister, Okonjo-Iweala’s father is dead

The father of former Nigeria’s Finance Minister, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has died at the age of 91.

Obi (Prof) Chukwuka Okonjo, Obi of Ogwashi Uku, Aniocha South L.G.A, Delta State, died in the United States.

The late monarch, who was a professor of mathematics, ascended the throne of his ancestors in 2007.

Following the completion of traditional rites, a new monarch has been crowned.

The new monarch, Ifechukwude Chukuka Okonjo, is a financial management expert and CEO of Chevy Chase Consulting.