Celebrity
NTDC Director-General Loses Father In Lagos
Joel Ajayi
The father of Director-General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC), Mr. Folorunsho Coker, has lost his Father, Chief Nathaniel Coker to dead.
Chie Nathaniel Coker died at the age of 97 years on Wednesday in his sleep in Lagos at 6.45 p.m.
According to the NTDC boss “It is with a heavy heart and a deep sense of appreciation to Almighty God that we announce the translation to the eternal glory of our beloved father, grandfather, uncle and patriot, Chief Nathaniel Folarin Coker, OON.
“He meritoriously served his state and country in his lifetime, we his family, are very proud of his service.
“We are comforted by the fact that his good name is worth more than gold and his memory will always be a blessing to each and every one of us all,’’ the director-general said.
According to him, the burial arrangements will be announced in due course, while messages and tributes to the late Coker should be sent to https://www.forevermissed.com/nathaniel-folarin-coker/about.
The late Coker was Baba Eto of Lagos, Bobagunwa of Igede-Ekiti, a retired pioneer Permanent Secretary in the Lagos State civil service.
Celebrity
Ochei Felicitates Asagba of Asaba on 2nd Coronation Anniversary
Former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly and President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation, Rt. Hon. (Engr.) Victor Ochei, Esq., FNSE, has felicitated with His Royal Majesty, Obi (Prof.) Epiphany Azinge, CON, Asagba of Asaba, on the occasion of his Second Coronation Anniversary.
Ochei, who is also the NDC Candidate for Delta North Senatorial District, described the anniversary as an opportunity to celebrate the Asagba’s commitment to the peace, unity, cultural heritage and development of Asaba.
He commended His Royal Majesty for bringing his wealth of scholarship, experience and statesmanship to bear on the traditional institution, while promoting values that strengthen communal harmony and preserve the rich heritage of the Asaba people.
“Your Majesty, I celebrate your Second Coronation Anniversary and your continued dedication to the wellbeing of your people. May God Almighty grant you good health, wisdom and strength for many more years of purposeful service.
“May your reign continue to be marked by peace, unity and progress for Asaba, Delta State and humanity,” Ochei said.
He wished the Asagba a memorable anniversary and prayed for continued blessings upon his reign.
Rt. Hon. (Engr.) Victor Ochei, Esq., FNSE
Former Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly
President, Nigeria Tennis Federation
NDC Candidate, Delta North Senatorial District
-
Featured7 years agoLampard Names New Chelsea Manager
-
Featured7 years agoFG To Extends Lockdown In FCT, Lagos Ogun states For 7days
-
Featured7 years agoChildren Custody: Court Adjourns Mike Ezuruonye, Wife’s Case To April 7
-
Featured7 years agoNYSC Dismisses Report Of DG’s Plan To Islamize Benue Orientation Camp
-
Featured5 years agoTransfer Saga: How Mikel Obi Refused to compensate me After I Linked Him Worth $4m Deal In Kuwait SC – Okafor
-
Featured7 years ago
Board urges FG to establish one-stop rehabilitation centres in 6 geopolitical zones
-
Sports4 years ago
TINUBU LAMBAST DELE MOMODU
-
News2 years agoZulu to Super Eagles B team, President Tinubu is happy with you
