Okadigbo family announces death, burial rites of Pharaoh

The family of the late Dr Chuba Okadigbo, a former President of the Nigerian Senate, has formally announced the death of Pharaoh together with how he would be buried.

Pharaoh, who was the flamboyant and erudite politician’s second son, died innan auto crash in the early hours of last Sunday (May 23, 2021)

The announcement of his death and burial plans was contained in a statement issued by his elder brother, Chaka Okadigbo, who is the first son of the late Chuba Okadigbo.

Read the statement as reproduced hereunder:

STATEMENT ON THE DEATH OF MR. PHARAOH OKADIGBO

It is With deep sorrow, the family of the late Dr Chuba Okadigbo announces the death of Pharaoh Okadigbo, a husband, father, son, brother, and nephew.

Pharaoh passed in the early hours of Sunday, May 23, 2021, at the young age of 45 years old as a result of a car accident in Abuja, Nigeria.

He was an enchanting young man who, guided by his illustrious father, was determined to make his mark with the smile and cheer unique to him.

Unfortunately, the ending chapter of his life was advanced too soon.

In compliance with Covid-19 protocols, the family shall hold a private interment for our dearly departed.

We are very appreciative of the prayers and well wishes of our friends, associates, and the general public but request that our privacy be respected during this trying time.

Thank you.

Chaka Okadigbo
for the Okadigbo Family