Chika Okafor, others die in Anambra lone auto crash

<p>Ikechukwu Okafor, Media aide to former Aviation Minister, Chief Osita Chidoka, has lost his elder sister, Chika Okafor, at the age of 51.</p>, <p>Okafor, in a statement, said his sister died in a fatal motor accident that occurred on Saturday, August 12, along Abatete road in Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State</p>, <p>He said the lone crash, which claimed the lives of all passengers onboard except the driver, involved a commercial Sienna bus belonging to Onitsha South Mass Transit.</p>, <p>The statement reads in part, “With a heavy heart and great sorrow, I announce the passing of my dear sister Chika Okafor.</p>, <p>“She died in a fatal motor accident that occurred along Abatete Road in Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State, on Saturday, August 12.</p>, <p>“Chika was my only sister. And the unfortunate incident left a huge pain in our hearts. She died at the age of 51.</p>, <p>“We pray for God’s mercy and grace upon her and those left behind to mourn her.</p>, <p>“Funeral arrangements will be announced soon.”</p>