Former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, made his first public appearance on Wednesday, joining Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and other dignitaries at a service of songs held in honour of Mrs. Victoria Ossai Obielum, mother of prominent Delta politician Godwill Obielum.
The event took place at Obielum’s residence in Asaba, the Delta State capital.
Okowa, who was arrested on November 4, 2024, over an alleged N1.3 trillion fraud, was released on Friday after authorities confiscated his passport. His appearance drew considerable attention, marking his return to the public eye amid ongoing investigations.
The service of songs was well attended by political and community leaders, including the Delta State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Solomon Arenyenka, members of the state executive committee, and prominent retired and serving security officials.
Delivering the sermon, Pastor Ifeanyi Ogude of Heaven Bound Christian International Church Ministry reflected on the importance of a life dedicated to faith and service. He urged attendees to live meaningful lives, leaving behind legacies that would endure.
“Nobody knows when death will come, and as such, people should be prepared by living a good life and leaving worthy legacies behind, as they will be remembered for what they did,” he said.
Mrs. Obielum, who passed away at 87 on June 20, 2024, will be laid to rest on Saturday, November 16, 2024, in her family home in Ushie, Ndokwa East Local Government Area. The ceremony is expected to draw additional dignitaries from across the state as they pay their respects to the Obielum family.
