Delta Governor’s aide, Sunny Ofili, traditional ruler die in auto crash

The special adviser to the Delta State governor on information and communication technology (ICT) Sunny Ofili (pictured above), and the Obi of Issele-Uku, Henry Ezeagwunam, died today August 9th in a fatal car crash in Delta state.

Mr Ofili, Mr Ezeagwunam, who was driving and his son were traveling in an SUV when they crashed into a stationery lorry laden with gravel at Otulu Junction on the Benin-Asaba-Onitsha expressway. The car somersaulted several times and burst into flames. All three passengers were burnt to death 

Late Mr Ofili used to be a blogger based in Maryland, USA  and edited a website called 'Times of Nigeria" before moving to Nigeria to work for the government. He had indicated interest in running for a seat in the Delta State House of Assembly before his unfortunate passing.