Tragedy Strikes Bitcoin Chief Gaius Chibueze as He Mourns Father’s Death Shortly After Political Commentary on Buhari

 

Gaius Chibueze, popularly known in the crypto space as “Bitcoin Chief,” is currently grappling with a profound personal loss. The renowned Twitter personality and cryptocurrency advocate revealed on social media that his father passed away just hours after he posted a controversial tweet criticizing Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari.

The timing of the two events has stirred significant conversation across online platforms. Earlier, Gaius had openly condemned Buhari’s presidency, calling it a period filled with suffering and failure. In his tweet, he said, “Buhari was a very terrible president. We must not pretend now. May his soul get what he did to Nigeria.” That post, which drew reactions from supporters and critics alike, would be followed not long after by a sobering announcement.

The news of his father’s passing came shortly after the now-viral tweet. Gaius took to Twitter again, this time with a far more emotional message: “A Few Minutes Ago, My Father Passed Away in His Home in Enugu State.” The post marked a sudden shift in tone from political commentary to heartfelt remembrance.

Gaius painted a vivid portrait of his late father, a man shaped by early struggles, firm beliefs, and an unshakable commitment to faith. Born into poverty, his father harbored dreams of becoming a lawyer. However, financial constraints meant he never made it to university. Despite this setback, he maintained a strong passion for knowledge and education.

His early life was filled with determination. By the age of 19, he left his village and relocated to Ikom, Cross River State, to work under the mentorship of his elder brother. That chapter of his life would ultimately lead him to meet and marry Gaius’s mother. His love for learning remained constant, and he was often found immersed in books. According to Gaius, his father’s personal library was one of the largest he had ever seen.

Faith played a pivotal role in shaping his character. In 1992, he encountered the teachings of the Jehovah’s Witnesses and was never the same again. From that point forward, he devoted his life to his religious convictions and became a steadfast member of the faith until the very end.

The family was dealt a tough blow nine years ago when he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Gaius recounted the years of battling the illness and the efforts he made to ease his father's suffering. Last year, he flew his father, stepmother, and younger brother to Turkey for an advanced medical procedure, deep brain stimulation surgery, aimed at alleviating the symptoms of Parkinson’s. The procedure was costly but successful, and he even secured permanent residency for his father in Turkey.

Though his condition improved significantly, the elder Chibueze made the decision to return home. He missed Enugu and was eager to continue his ministry work. For a while, everything seemed stable, until a few days ago when the implanted battery powering his treatment device failed.

His younger brother ran to Gaius's house with distressing news that the tremors had returned. Efforts were made to arrange a second trip to Turkey for battery replacement, but their father refused. He expressed gratitude for all that had been done and simply said he would rather wait for death.

The final words from his father echoed with calm acceptance rather than fear. Despite Gaius’s insistence on further treatment and a return to Turkey, the older man stood firm in his decision. He passed away peacefully at home.

Gaius shared that his father had always been open about the idea of death. From the time he was a child, his father spoke of mortality with confidence, rooted in his belief in resurrection as promised in Jehovah’s teachings. The preparations for his burial will honor those long-standing wishes, which included being buried immediately upon passing.

Despite their rocky history, Gaius made peace with his father nine years ago when he became a father himself. He acknowledged that his dad wasn’t perfect and carried flaws, but also highlighted virtues that made him unforgettable, honesty, contentment, and a passion for truth.

He ended his tribute by posting a 1998 photograph showing a young version of himself with his father, a memory of a simpler time when he was being taken to Enugu to learn carpentry under his uncle’s supervision.

This tragic turn of events has left Gaius dealing with both public backlash for his political comments and private grief over a personal loss. For his followers and critics alike, it’s a reminder of how quickly life can shift from debate to mourning.