Nigerian lawmaker Ned Nwoko has said that he was invited to take part in a tour of the well-known Titanic shipwreck.Information Guide Nigeria

The businessman made the statement on Friday, June 23, while mourning the death of his friend and companion, Hamish Harding, who was a passenger in the Titan submarine.

Mr Harding, a British businessman, explorer, and multiple Guinness World Record holder, including one for the longest time spent reaching the deepest portion of the ocean on a single dive, was among the five people died aboard the imploding submersible.JAMB Result

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The legislator took to his verified Instagram account to explain why, despite the invitation, he was unable to join the Titanic tour.

According to Premium Times, he also eulogised Mr. Harding while remembering moments they had shared.

According to The Cable, Nwoko expressed his heartbreak at the loss and described Harding as a man who enjoyed experiences and challenges.

His tribute read, “I have lost a dear friend and business partner. Captain Hamish Harding.” “He also invited me on his space shuttle last year and this very Titan ill-fated adventure, but I was tied down with national duties.NYSC Portal

“Above all, he was a partner in the various pieces of research into eradicating malaria in Africa project.”