Oborevwori, Dafinone mourn as Gbagi dies at 62

The governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the 2023 election in Delta State, and former Minister for Education, Kenneth Omemavwa Gbagi, is dead.

Gbagi, a lawyer and a renowned criminologist died on Saturday, May 4, 2024. He was 62.

A statement signed by his eldest son, Emuoboh Gbagi, which was made available to journalists in Asaba, yesterday, said: “It is with profound sadness but gratitude to God that we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, husband, and brother, Olorogun Kenneth Omemavwa Gbagi, former Minister of Education, who departed this life on May 4, 2024 at the age of 62.

Meanwhile, Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday, expressed his heart-felt condolences to Gbagi’s family, describing his death as ‘tragic, unfortunate and heart-wrenching.’

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, the governor said that the news of the death of the former SDP guber candidate came as a terrible shock. He, however, extended his heartfelt condolences to his family, the people of Oginibo and members of the SDP.

Also, the Senator representing Delta Central, Ede Dafinone, has expressed sadness over the sudden death of Gbagi.

While reacting to the incident, the lawmaker commiserated with Gbagi’s family, Oginigbo people, Ughelli South Local Council, the Urhobo nation and Delta State over the irreparable loss of a great Deltan.