Edo State has been thrown into a state of mourning following the demise of an elder statesman.
The late Dr. Samuel Osaigbovo
Former Military governor of Edo State, Dr. Samuel Osaigbovo Ogbemudia has died. He reportedly passed away about 11pm yesterday, according to the Punch.
The former two time Governor, Ogbemudia was appointed Military administrator of Mid-West state in September, 1967 – 1975 following the liberation of state from the Biafran forces.
Years later, Ogbemudia was elected civilian governor of Bendel State after winning the August 1983 gubernatorial election under the platform of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN).
The details of the news are still developing.
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