President Jonathan's younger brother dies on his birthday

Meni Jonathan half-brother of President Goodluck Jonathan is dead. Meni Jonathan died around 11:45am today November 20^, 2012 at the State House clinic in Abuja. Same day the President turned 55.

Meni, who was said to be in his late 40s, was flown in from Bayelsa last week to receive treatment at the Aso Rock Clinic for an undisclosed ailment he had been battling with for couple of months.

Men, until his death was the chairman traditional council of chiefs in Otuoke Community of Bayelsa State. However, efforts to reach the Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Reuben Abati, proved futile. Mr. Abati did not return calls or respond to emails sent to him. May his soul rest in peace...Amen!