Anthony Iwuoma
The family of the late billionaire transporter, Chief Augustine Ilodibe, is in grief, following the death of the business mogul’s son on Monday.
According to a statement by the family, the younger Augustine Ilodibe Junior., 42, reportedly died from COVID-19 complications in Lagos.
The statement, which was signed on by his brother, Obinna Ilodibe, read: “With great sadness, we announce the passing unto glory our dear son, husband, father, brother and uncle, Ekendilichukwu Augustine Chukwunonso Ilodibe (Junior), who died this morning from complications of COVID-19 in Lagos.
“We pray that his soul rests in peace and the Lord comfort his family and all of us he left behind.”
It further said: “In consideration of the current pandemic, we kindly ask that you respect and maintain safety protocols through calls and messages to the family rather than physical visits.”