By Eben Enasco Kingsley, Benin City
The remains of the late Former Governor of the defunct Midwest and Bendel State Dr. Samuel ogbemudia arrives Benin from Lagos as both Governor of Edo and Delta State counterparts and other high profile sympathizers converge at the Benin airport to behold the remain of the elder statesman.
Following the break of the news of his demise on March 10, of the former warlord, eulogy have been poured on him by admirers and today was no different as all Waited to lay eyes on the remains.
Governor of Edo and Delta States where at the airport to received and pay homage to the fallen hero whilst both extols his leadership qualities.
In his remarks Governor Godwin Obaseki said he was a friend to all pointing out that it is ogbemudia’s legacy they are still building on.
Similarly, Governor Okowa of delta State described him as a role model as well as a man with giant Stride’s in all aspects of life.
As he recounted his achievements which cut across Edo And Delta State Receiving the remains of his father Ogbemudia’s junior reflected on his fathers life on earth as he gave a rundown of the burial activities
According to him,the body of his father will be committed to mother’s earth on Friday, March 17, 2017.
