The Special Adviser to the Governor of Delta State on Trade and Export, Chief Mrs Shimite Winifred, has passed away.

According to Maria Ude Nwachi, the renowned Trade and Economic expert allegedly died due to domestic violence. She had a confrontation with her husband, Pastor David Favour, which led to her death.

Late Shimitte was the Coordinator of the Delta State UNIDO Centre.

She was the focal person for the implementation of the Federal Government’s Social Investment Programme in Delta State. She produced and presented “African Pot”, a TV documentary that promoted traditional African cuisine, tourism and culture.

The deceased was a member of the Steering Committee of USAID/NEXTT (Nigerian Expanded Trade and Transport) – Lakaji Trade Corridor. She was a member of the Board of Directors of FESECA – Foundation for Economic Change in Africa. She served as Contributing Editor on Travel and Tourism with Daily Trust, Leadership and others.

Meanwhile, reactions have trailed her death with many advising women to walk out of abusive marriages.