Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi has died at the of 68.
Nwaoboshi, represented Delta North Senatorial District, and was a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during his active political career.
Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori, who confirmed his passing, expressed sadness over the loss.
In a condolence message issued through his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described Nwaoboshi as a proud son of Delta State and a courageous defender of the Anioma cause.
Governor Oborevwori said the late senator’s contributions to nation-building and the political development of Delta State would remain indelible, noting his years of dedicated service to the people.
The Deputy Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo said In a post on his Facebook page that:
“I just lost my senior brother, boss, leader, and friend, Distinguished Senator Peter Onyeluka Nwaoboshi,” Akpowowo wrote.
He added, “While I mourn with his immediate family, the Nwaboshis, Ibusa community, Oshimili North, and the entire Delta State, I pray the Almighty God to accept his soul and grant him eternal rest.”
