Former governor Willie Obiano, has dismissed rumors of his passing.

 

 

 

On Friday, November 14, rumors were rife that the former governor passed away in a UK hospital after a long battle with Heart related disease.

 

 

 

However, in a statement released, Obiano said he is hale, hearty and in excellent health.

 

”My beloved Ndi Anambra, friends, and well-wishers,

 

I woke to hear of a rumour making the rounds about my wellbeing.

 

Let me assure you personally:

 

I am alive, hale, hearty, and in excellent health.

 

By the special grace of God, I am doing very well.

 

It is unfortunate that some individuals still find joy in spreading falsehood simply for reasons yet to be established. But we will continue to rise above such mischief.

 

To everyone who reached out with calls, messages, and prayers, I sincerely appreciate your concern. Your love and goodwill mean more than words can express.

 

Please disregard the rumour entirely.

 

We remain focused, grateful, and guided by God’s grace.

 

Daalu nu, and may God bless you all.”

 

Obiano served as governor of Anambra State from 2014 to 2022. He succeeded Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party.

 

 

 

Obiano was born on August 8, 1955. He is from Aguleri in the Anambra East Local Government Area.