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The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State is mourning the loss of Ward 9 Chairman, Mr. Vincent Okokoje.
According to reports, Okokoje slumped and died on Thursday morning, leaving his colleagues and associates in shock.
Comrade Gabriel Omorere, the APC Ward 12 Chairman, confirmed the news of Okokoje’s death.
He said that he and Okokoje had attended a meeting together at the residence of an APC leader in Warri South on Wednesday, but they only received the news of Okokoje’s passing on Thursday morning.
Omorere described Okokoje as a gentleman who loved making peace among his colleagues.
He also stated that the late Okokoje was among the three Ward Chairmen who won their wards in the recently concluded election in Warri South Constituency II.
Following the news of Okokoje’s death, Omorere led a delegation of APC Chairmen in Warri South to visit the wife, children, and family of the deceased.
He expressed his sadness over the sudden loss, saying that Okokoje would be greatly missed.
Omorere emphasized that Okokoje’s passing had left a significant vacuum within the APC in Warri South.
He, however, prayed that someone like him would emerge to work hard and move the party forward.
Okokoje’s death has come as a shock to many in Delta State, especially members of the APC in Warri South.
Friends, associates, and colleagues have taken to social media to express their condolences and pay tribute to the late Chairman.
Many have described Okokoje as a dedicated and hardworking man who was committed to the development of his community and the APC in Warri South.
Some have also commended his efforts towards promoting unity and inclusiveness within the party.
