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Asaba Mourns the Passing of Its Esteemed Traditional Ruler, Asagba of Asaba

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The traditional ruler of Asaba, Delta State, the Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Obi Joseph Chike Edozien, has passed away, leaving a void in the hearts of the community.



Born on July 28, 1925, the Asagba departed just a few months shy of his 99th birthday anniversary.


As of the current press time, details surrounding his death remain elusive, but a statement from the Presidency conveyed President Bola Tinubu's condolences to the grieving family and the people of the state for this painful loss. Ajuri Ngelale, the media aide to the President, released the statement on Thursday, highlighting Tinubu's recognition of the impactful life led by the late monarch and distinguished professor of medicine.


Tinubu acknowledged the Asagba's advocacy for peaceful co-existence among Nigerians and his inimitable role in forging partnerships across divides. "His Majesty lived a full life defined by the loftiest ideals of peace, unity, patriotism, honesty, and dignity. This is a sad loss, coming at a time when Nigeria needs more peace-builders and bridge-builders," expressed the President.


In offering prayers for the peaceful repose of the departed, President Tinubu urged the Royal Family and all those mourning this significant loss to find solace in the enduring legacies left by His Royal Majesty.


The late Asagba, Professor Edozien, embarked on his university education journey in 1944, securing admission to the University College of Dublin, Ireland. His academic journey was marked by success, culminating in the completion of his BSc degree with honors in Physiology from the National University of Ireland in 1948. Further academic achievements included an MSc in Physiology in 1950 and a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Chemotherapy (MBBCh) in 1954. Throughout this academic pursuit, he garnered several awards, reflecting his exemplary performance and dedication to his studies.

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