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A brother-in-law to former military president, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (rtd), Chief Sunny Okogwu, is dead.
Okogwu was the elder brother to the late Maryam Bababgida, and noted philantropist.
The Kaduna-based businessman, and president of Black Gold Company Limited reportedly died in a hospital in Abuja of an undisclosed illness at about 8:00p.m. on Saturday. He was in his early 80s.
STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE – PRESIDENT BUHARI MOURNS CHIEF SUNNY OKOGWU
President Muhammadu Buhari joins the business community in mourning the passing of renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, Ojise of Asaba, Chief Sunny Okogwu.
President Buhari sends condolences to family and friends of Ojise of Asaba, whose love and care for the poor and downtrodden remains historical, especially in Kaduna, where he spent most of his life.
The President recommends to other Nigerians the detribalised and cosmopolitan outlook of Chief Okogwu, who developed strong and meaningful relationships outside his roots, and graciously invested in the transformation of many lives.
President Buhari believes Chief Okogwu’s business acumen also reflected in his large-heartedness as he contributed generously to the development of communities across the country.
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The President prays that Chief Okogwu would find eternal rest in the bosom of the Lord, urging his family to carry on with the legacies of the iconic businessman.
Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
October 1, 2018
