The news of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah’s death on Saturday has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s public space.
Informant Online reports that Ubah passed away in his hotel room in London.
Before his death, he was a senator under the All Progressives Congress (APC), representing Anambra South.
Ubah was first elected to the Senate in February 2019, winning the Anambra South Senatorial District election on the platform of the Young Progressive Party (YPP). He later defected to Nigeria’s ruling party, the APC.
Born on September 3, 1971, Ubah died at the age of 52.
Here are some businesses owned by Ifeanyi Ubah:
Capital Oil and Gas
Ifeanyi Ubah founded Capital Oil in 2001 before he ventured into politics. He served as the chairman of the oil company until his death.
Authority Newspaper
In 2015, Ubah established Authority Newspaper, a national daily. He also owned Authority Television and Radio.
Ifeanyi Ubah Football Club
The late business mogul founded Ifeanyi Ubah FC, which has made a significant impact in the Nigeria National League since its establishment. The club’s home ground is the Ifeanyi Ubah International Stadium in Nnewi, Anambra State.
