Chief Willie Obiano is alive and well, death rumour wicked and irresponsible – Soludo

Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has confirmed that His Excellency, Chief Willie Maduaburochukwu Obiano (Akpokuodike), former Governor of Anambra State (2014–2022), is alive and wellThis is contrary to the malicious rumours and utterly false reports circulating on social media and certain online platforms claiming that Chief Willie Obiano has recently passed away in a London hospital.According to the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, Governor Soludo categorically confirmed that he has spoken to Chief Willie Obiano and he is alive and wellThe Governor views with grave concern the reckless dissemination of such malicious rumours as wicked and irresponsible. He strongly enjoins all media practitioners, especially online publishers, to uphold the ethics of journalism by verifying information through official channels before publication.The spread of unverified death rumour is not only wicked and irresponsible but also erodes public trust, the statement added.Therefore, the Governor urges the general public to disregard the trending rumours, rest assured that the former governor is alive, hale and heartyGovernor Soludo wishes Chief Willie Obiano (Akpokuodike) continued strength, peace, and a long, healthy life of fulfilment in his abode.