By Ozioruva Aliu
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo, former governor of the state and now a senator, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, have joined in mourning the Catholic Archbishop of Benin, Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze.
The cleric reportedly died while on vacation abroad, barely one month before his 70th birthday.
In a statement by Okpebholo’s Chief Press Secretary, Dr. Patrick Ebojele, the governor expressed sorrow over the death, describing his passing as a painful loss to the Christian community, Edo State and Nigeria.
The governor noted that Archbishop Akubeze distinguished himself as a humble shepherd and courageous advocate for justice, peace and good governance throughout his ministry.
