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).
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