Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has joined millions of Nigerians to mourn the passage of Captain Hosa Okunbo.

A statement signed and issued by the Governor on Sunday afternoon, hailed Captain Okunbo’s perseverance and business acumen.

“A man of unparalleled energy and accomplishments, Captain Okunbo saw opportunities in adversity and from an early age in life, carved a niche for himself to become one of Nigeria’s most outstanding
businessmen,” Obaseki said about Okunbo who died on Saturday night in London following a battle with pancreatic cancer.

“A trained pilot, he conquered the air at an early age and set for the waters and land, building enterprises that
distinguished him in the business world and embodied the hard work,
perseverance, dexterity and acumen that espoused his Edo heritage”

He condoled the family and friends of the late captain, and said many people from Edo State had benefited from his philanthropic gestures.

“As a mortal, Captain Okunbo was not a perfect person just as none of us can claim to be, but he will be remembered for his undying love for Edo people” the governor said.

“His desire for the development and progress of our dear state, the Niger Delta region and Nigeria as well as his invaluable contributions to building bridges of peace across the country will never be forgotten” Obaseki stated

The late Capt. Wells Hosa Okunbo passed on after a protracted illness at the age of 63.