The Obasogie of Benin Chief Eduwu Ekhator has passed on.
Reacting to the news, Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki who confirmed his death on his social media handle on Monday, described him as a nobleman who was a great asset to the Benin Kingdom.
He wrote: “I received the news of the death of the Obasogie of Benin, Chief Eduwu Ekhator with a heavy heart.
“He was a noble man, with a good heart; amiable and peaceful and will be remembered for his good works, which mark him out as a great asset of the Benin Kingdom.”
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“As a peace-loving person, he always sued for peace and prevented conflict among persons and communities. He was renowned for supporting charitable and humanitarian causes and committing himself to the service of others.
“The late Obasogie of Benin would be remembered for his many good deeds. It is regrettable that he died when his wise counsel would be required in fostering peace and prosperity in the state. He would be greatly missed.
” I commiserate with the Royal Palace, family, friends and acquaintances of Chief Ekhator and pray that they have the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
Ekhator was the immediate past Chairman, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Edo State.
