Wilson Adekumola
The mother of a former Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, Deaconess Victoria Nneka Chidoka, has died. She was 75.
A statement personally signed by Osita Chidoka Tuesday revealed she died on Monday in her residence at Ikeja, Lagos State, due to health issues.
According to Information Nigeria, the statement titled ‘Notification of the Passing of Deaconess Victoria Nneka Chidoka, Nee Nzelu’, reads,“With pain in our hearts and unconditional faith in the Love of God, we announce the passing of our mother, wife, sister, and grandmother Deaconess Victoria Nneka Chidoka at the age of 75 on Monday, April 3 at her residence.
“Mama Osi, as she is fondly called, passed peacefully surrounded by family and our loving thoughts as she came to the end of her courageous battle with health issues.
“At this time, we pray for God’s love, mercy, and grace upon her and those left behind to mourn her. Funeral arrangements will be announced shortly by the family.
“Osita Chidoka For Ogbueshi Ben Chidoka and the family.”
She is also survived by a member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Obinna Chidoka, representing Idemili North/South federal constituency of Anambra State.