Obi commiserates with Chimamanda Adichie over son’s demise

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, has commiserated with a celebrated Nigerian author, Chimamanda Adichie, following the death of her son.

Obi, a former governor of Anambra in his condolence message posted on his X handle on Friday, explained that he had been following the illness of Adichie’s son, Nkanu, since he was informed of the illness on Jan. 2.

Supreme news recalls that Chimamanda Adichie’s toddler twin, died at 21-month-old on Wednesday.

According to Obi, during this difficult time, I felt a deep sense of empathy for her and her family. I shared in their anxiety, prayed earnestly, and hoped for his recovery.

“Therefore, the news I received yesterday morning was profoundly heartbreaking.

“I am personally devastated, thinking of the immense pain my dear sister must be experiencing as a mother, along with her husband, Dr Ivara.

“My heartfelt condolences go to them and the entire family during this moment of indescribable loss.

“May God grant them the strength, comfort, and grace to bear this sorrow, and may Nkanu’s saintly soul rest in perfect peace.” he said.