A former Governor of Anambra State, Mr Willie Obiano, has refuted reports that he passed away in London, the United Kingdom.
It was earlier reported that the politician breathed his last after a battle with an illness believed to be cancer.
He was reported to have suffered from “severe heart failure and complications related to urinary cancer,” with his health declining in the past months.
However, in a post on Friday evening, Aguleri-born former banker with Fidelity Bank Plc said, “I am alive, hale, hearty, and in excellent health. By the special grace of God, I am doing very well.”
The graduate of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) said he “woke to hear of a rumour making the rounds about my wellbeing.”
“It is unfortunate that some individuals still find joy in spreading falsehood simply for reasons yet to be established. But we will continue to rise above such mischief.
“To everyone who reached out with calls, messages, and prayers, I sincerely appreciate your concern. Your love and goodwill mean more than words can express,” he wrote, asking well-wishers to “disregard the rumour entirely.”
Mr Obiano was born on August 8, 1955. He became the Governor of Anambra State after the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, Mr Peter Obi, finished his tenure as Governor of the same state.
He was succeeded by the current Governor of Anambra State, Mr Charles Soludo, who secured a second term in office last weekend.