Tinubu Mourns APC Chieftain, AVM Terry Okorodudu, at 70

By Babatunji Wusu

• Okorodudu, APC stalwart in Delta, died September 9 at age 70
• Served as member of Tinubu’s 2023 campaign security committee
• Had a distinguished Nigerian Air Force career, including Moscow posting

President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to the Delta State Government and the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the death of Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Terry O. Okorodudu.

Okorodudu, a prominent APC chieftain in Delta State, passed away on September 9 at the age of 70.

In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu commiserated with the deceased’s wife, children, family, associates, and friends. He praised Okorodudu’s contributions to APC’s growth both in Delta and nationally, noting his role on the security committee of the President’s 2023 campaign.

Tinubu also highlighted Okorodudu’s decorated military career, which began with his commissioning as a pilot officer in 1976. His service included a posting as Defence Attaché at Nigeria’s Embassy in Moscow and leadership roles such as pioneer Managing Director of Aeronautical Engineering and Technical Services Limited.

“AVM Okorodudu was my political ally for many years. He rose to the peak of his career and mentored countless officers. He worked diligently and selflessly for our country,” Tinubu said, praying for the repose of his soul and comfort for the family.