Arubayi Family Thanks Nigerians for Tributes Poured on Their Late Son, Eric

The family of the late gospel singer and former third runner-up of  Idol West Africa (2007), Eric Arubayi, has released a statement and expressed gratitude to Nigerians for the love they showered on their late son.
Signed by Dereck Osadere Arubayi (Ph.D), on behalf of the family, the statement reads: "Today we mourn
the life and Glorious Ascension of our father, husband, brother, son and friend, Eric Arubayi, who went to be with the Lord on Saturday, 11th February 2017.
We are truly honoured that God chose us as the channel through which He released such a wonderful, helping and inspiring gift to the world. We are touched by messages of love we have received from all friends and well wishers of the family. We are inspired by His life and have become testaments of His Impact around the world. Till we meet to part no more, rest in the bosom of the Lord. We all Love you Eric, but God loves you more.
"The commemoration of Eric’s glorious ascension will be communicated soonest."
Eric died on February 11, 2017 as result of fake drugs he took. He was confirmed dead at the Delta State Teaching Hospital. He is survived by a wife, son, parents and three siblings.