Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan has lost his uncle, Elder Omieworio Afeni a senior citizen who died in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State, after a brief illness.
Elder Afeni, aged 87, was the younger brother of the ex-leaders mother.
A statement by Jonathan’s media office said the president was “deeply pained”.
The family, however, expressed gratitude to God “for the gift of a long and fulfilling life.”
Jonathan described the deceased as a forthright individual who promoted peace and unity in the community.
“Elder Omieworio Afeni would be sorely missed for his wisdom and wise council,” he noted.
The burial has been scheduled for March 23; funeral arrangements will be announced later by the family.