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Actor Saint Obi’s family Rejects Claims Of Domestic Issues As The Cause Of Death
Claims that deceased actor Obinna Nwafor, often known as Saint Obi, endured in his marriage have been denied by his family.
Some of the renowned actor’s close friends said that his failed marriage was a factor in his early death after his departure on Saturday, May 13.
A thorough narrative of the terrible events that led up to Obi’s death was provided by Nigerian filmmaker Zik Zulu Okafor in an article. He claimed that Obi’s marriage to a wealthy woman had a profound impact on how his life turned out.
He further said that Saint Obi was tormented on a continuous basis by his wife’s siblings, which ultimately caused their marriage to end.
However, in a statement signed by his older sisters, Ugoeze Edith Chinyere Obichuku and Mrs. Freda Nwachukwu, the family dissociated themselves from Zik Zulu’s claims.
The family described the allegations as false, malicious, and insensitive, stating that they do not in any way represent the Lynda they know.
The statement read,
RE: DEMISE OF SAINT OBI (MR. OBINNA NWAFOR)
Our attention has been drawn to the publication by one Mr. Zik Zulu Okafor concerning the death of our son, Mr. Obinna Nwafor, popularly known as Saint Obi, and the accompanying negative commentary in social and other media portraying his widow in an unfair and most defamatory manner. This is in no way, shape or form an accurate portrayal of the Lynda that we know and relate with.The Nwafor family also views the said article by Mr. Okafor as sad and most unfortunate. It was neither written in consultation with any member of the family nor authored with our consent or authority. We totally disassociate ourselves from it.
The views and allegations contained therein are entirely the opinion of the writer. They are false, malicious and insensitive to the wife, children and entire family he left behind. This is a mourning period for the family, and while we appreciate the condolences of friends, fans, and well-wishers, we ask that the family’s privacy be respected at this time.
The funeral rites will be communicated to the public in due course. May the soul of our dearly beloved brother, son, father and husband, rest in perfect peace. Amen.
Signed, Ugoeze Edith Chinyere Obichuku Mrs. Freda Nwachukwu Eldest Sister (Texas, U.S.A) Elder Sister (Jos, Nigeria).
For: The Nwafor Family of Umuezealaeze, Alaenyi, Ogwa, Mbatoli L.G.A, Imo State
