Ukodhiko as Urhobonation Over Charles Obule’s Death

By Ajiri-Oghene Joseph Oreh

Member representing Isoko Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko has condoled the Obule family of Sapele and the people of Urhobonation on the death of legal luminary, businessmogul and politician, Chief Charles Obule.

Obule, a chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State, reportedly died on Tuesday after a brief illness.

In a statement on Wednesday in Abuja, Ukodhiko expressed shock over Obule’s death, describing it as irreparable loss not only to his immediate family, the Urhobonation but Delta at large.

He stated that, “the late Charles Obule was a versatile lawyer, prominent businessman and astute investor and a notable politician who commendably combined a Pan-Deltan disposition and an Urhobo patriotism.

“He was a humanist who epitomized humility and compassion. Chief Obule had a pedigree for service, and he was committed to the development of the Urhobo ethnic nationality of Delta State.”

The Isoko federal lawmaker recalled the late Chief Obule’s generous contributions to the Urhobo Unity Hall at Uvwiamuge-Agbarho in 2007, the Mosogar Civic Centre, and several other projects and programmes of the Urhobo.

“He was a kind and generous giver who used his Obule Group of Schools, and Medical Centre to subsidize education, healthcare delivery, and other services to the people of Sapele and the Urhobonation.

“On behalf of the people of Isoko Federal Constituency, I commiserate with the Obule family of Sapele and the entire Urhobonation on the demise of their illustrious son, Olorogun (Barr.) Charles Ufuoma Obule, the Erhi of Okpe Kingdom.

“As Deltans, particularly we the people of Isokonation, are proud of Olorogun Charles Obule’s phenomenal achievements in business, law, health, education, politics, and we appreciate his philanthropic gestures.

“Chief Obule was a pragmatic leader of our party, the PDP in State, and we recognize his immeasurable contributions to the unity, advancement, and victories of the PDP in Sapele Local Government Area.

“I want you all to take solace in the fact that Olorogun Charles Obule lived a life of service and dedication. And it is our prayer God comforts and grant you all the courage to bear the loss even as we pray for the repose of his soul.” Ukodhiko added

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