Former Miss Nigeria and Delta State First Lady, Edna Ibru (née Park), has passed away in London after a brief illness.
Ibru, who was crowned Miss Nigeria in 1964 and became the first African to represent Nigeria at the Miss Universe pageant, died on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
According to The PUNCH, her son, Dr. Paul Ibru, confirmed the news in a statement shared with journalists in Warri, Delta State.
“On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, our amazing mother passed into glory after a brief illness,” the statement read.
“She was vibrant and full of life, and her departure was unexpected. While it is painful, we cannot question the will of God in her remarkable life.”
Dr. Ibru described his late mother as a compassionate and humorous individual who had a lasting impact on those around her.
“She was a lover of people, a mediator, a mother to many, outrageously humorous, deeply caring, down to earth, and always full of stories. Her absence will be deeply felt,” he said.
Edna Ibru was the wife of Olorogun Felix Ibru, the first executive governor of Delta State. A trailblazer in her own right, she was celebrated for her elegance, charisma, and service to her community.
The family has stated that details of her burial arrangements will be announced in due course.
