The former Governor of Anambra State, Barr Dr Chinweoke Mbadinuju has been announced dead. His family made this known on the 11th of April, 2023. They said that he died at the National Hospital, Abuja after brief illness. In a statement signed by his son, Barr Cheta Mbadinuju, the public would be notified of the burial processes in due course. The statement reads:
PRESS STATEMENT
NOTIFICATION OF THE TRANSITION OF DR. CHINWOKE MBADINUJU (ODERA)
With heavy hearts but utmost gratitude to God for a life well spent, we announce the passing of our father, grand father, 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 the 11th of April, 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.
Cheta Chinwoke Mbadinuju, Esq
On behalf of the Mbadinuju Family.
