The Abia State Commissioner for Labour and Productivity, Mr. Sunny Nwanganga Onwuma, has died.
Onwuma, who previously served as the Commissioner for Transport, passed away on Monday at the age of 61 after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife and four children.
The Abia State Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, confirmed the sad news on behalf of the state government.
In an official statement, the government expressed deep sorrow over his passing and extended condolences to his family, friends, and the people of Abia State.
“Abia State government extends its deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the people of Abia State.
“We fervently pray that God Almighty grants his soul eternal rest and gives his family the strength to bear this irreparable loss,” the statement read.
The Commissioner for Information added that details about the burial arrangements would be announced later by Onwuma’s family.
