Obiano was born in Aguleri, Anambra State, Nigeria. He received his bachelor's degree in accountancy from the University of Lagos in 1979.
Contrary to widespread rumours, former Anambra Governor, Chief Willie Obiano, is alive, hale and hearty, IG KEYS Blog has confirmed closely.
His former Information Commissioner, Mr. C. Don Adinuba, debunked the now viral report circulated by some news outlets.
He described the reports as false and mischievous.
Adinuba said he had personally spoken with Obiano and confirmed that the former governor is not only alive but “hale and hearty” and residing in the United States, not the United Kingdom as claimed by an online report.
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"Obiano has never resided in the UK. He lives in the United States of America. Adinuba stated, "I just spoke with him right now."
He urged the public to disregard the rumours, noting that such unfounded claims were capable of causing unnecessary distress to the former governor’s family, associates, and the people of Anambra State.