Peter Obi Attends Pa Simeon Soludo’s Funeral; Governor Soludo Pays Tribute
Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, made an appearance at the funeral of Pa Simeon Soludo, the father of Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo. The solemn event took place on a Saturday at the St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Umueze-Isuofia, located in the Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State.
A Day of Mourning and Tribute
As the funeral unfolded, the air was heavy with both public responsibility and personal loss. Governor Soludo took to the podium, paying tribute to his late father, remembering him as a deeply religious member of the Catholic Church. He shared an intimate story about his father’s role in shaping his spiritual upbringing, creating an emotional connection with the attendees.
Peter Obi’s Consoling Words
The former Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, was among the many dignitaries present at the funeral. On Sunday, he took to Twitter expressing his condolences. Obi extended his heartfelt sympathy towards the Soludo family and to all those affected by the patriarch’s demise, praying for divine comfort for the bereaved.
Modesty in Burial Practices
Amid the mourning, Governor Soludo took the opportunity to emphasize the significance of modesty in burial practices, in accordance with Anambra’s state laws. This served as a reminder that even in times of personal loss, public responsibility remains paramount.
