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From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa
Madam Obebhatein Jonathan, elder sister to former Nigerian President, Dr Goodluck Jonathan is dead.
A statement by the Special Adviser, Media to Jonathan, Mr Ikechukwu Eze said Madam Obebhatein
died on January 11, 2024 at the Federal Medical Centre, Yenagoa, Bayelsa, after a brief illness, at the age of 70.
The statement noted that the deceased popularly known as Amissi was a retired teacher, business woman, a loving mother and grandmother who lived a dedicated life of service to God and humanity.
It described her as a devout Christian, a virtuous woman and a role model to many within and outside her community.
The statement also indicated that the burial has been scheduled for Tuesday 16 February, 2024, stressing that the details of the funeral rites would be announced by the family.
Obebhatein Jonathan, is survived by three children, siblings, including former President Goodluck Jonathan, and her mother Mama Eunice Afeni-Jonathan.
