Peter Obi Attends Late Pope Francis’ Lying-in-State In Rome [Photos]

Peter Obi Attends Late Pope Francis’ Lying-in-State In Rome [Photos]

Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, was present at the lying-in-state of the late Pope Francis at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome on April 23.

Panther daily news recalls that Pope Francis died on April 21 at the age of 88 after suffering a stroke, slipping into a coma, and experiencing heart failure.

I moved from Casa Santa Marta, the modest residence where he lived and died.

The solemn procession began with the sound of St. Peter’s bells as pallbearers carried the open wooden coffin.

Swiss Guards, dressed in ceremonial attire and carrying staffs, walked beside the coffin as it made its way through St. Peter’s Square. The area was filled with tens of thousands of mourners.


The procession also featured priests in traditional robes—some holding candles—and groups of nuns quietly following behind.



 Panther daily news had reported that Pope Francis’ funeral is set for Saturday, April 26, and is expected to draw a large crowd, including dignitaries and leaders from around the world.

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