Ex-Delta North Senator Peter Nwaoboshi is dead, Oborevwori mourns

By Ayox Ojo

Former Delta North Senator, Peter Nwaoboshi, is dead.

Nwaoboshi who chaired the Senate Committee on Niger Delta Affairs as a member of the upper chamber of the National Assembly died at the age of 67 years.

However, the circumstances surrounding the death of the former lawmaker who was also a former chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State was not clear at the moment of writing this story.

However, Delta governor, Sheriff Oborevwori confirmed his death in a statement of condolence issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, on Friday

Oborevwori of Delta described the death of Nwaoboshi as a great loss to Delta State, the Anioma nation and Nigeria at large.

He also described Nwaoboshi as a proud son of Delta and a courageous defender of the Anioma cause whose contributions to nation-building would remain indelible.

The Delta State Governor recalled the late senator’s impactful service at the National Assembly, where he chaired the Senate Committee on Niger Delta Affairs.

The governor said his voice and advocacy for the development of the Niger Delta and Delta State stood him out as a committed and passionate leader.

“Nwaoboshi’s political journey and rise to prominence were anchored on a rich political pedigree, selfless service and unwavering commitment to the ideals of democracy, which also saw him serve meritoriously as a two-time Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State.

“The late lawmaker devoted his life to the service of his people, the party and the nation, leaving behind a legacy of courage, loyalty and dedication to public service,” he said.

Oborevwori, said: “On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, I mourn the passing of my dear friend, Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi.

“I extend my heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, the people of Anioma nation, members of our great party, the All Progressives Congress and all those whose lives he touched.

“I pray that Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and give his family, friends and associates the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss”.