Gov. Soludo’s father dies at 92
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has lost his father, Simeon Nwankwo Soludo, at the age of 92.
The governor’s press secretary, Christian Aburime, disclosed this in a statement on Monday.
According to Mr Aburime, Mr Soludo’s father passed away in the early hours of Monday.
Mr Soludo stated that his late father “lived a fulfilling life and passed away at a ripe old age,” as reported by Mr Aburime.
“Pa Soludo is survived by seven sons, eight daughters-in-law, 22 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren,” Mr Aburime added.
Mr Aburime also mentioned that “further information will be communicated to the public in due course.”
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