By Ben Agande
President Goodluck Jonathan and the First lady, Dame Patience Jonathan have extended heartfelt condolences to the Chukwumerije family as well as the government and people of Abia state on the death of Senator Uche Chukwumerije.
In two separate statements issued by the spokesmen to the President and his wife, urged the family to take solace in the fact that the late Senator Chukwumerije was an ardent believer in national unity, peace, political stability and progress.
“The President joins them in mourning the late patriot and nationalist who has left behind an impressive legacy of discipline, honesty, integrity and hard work in public service.
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“President Jonathan believes that the late Senator Chukwumerije, who had a distinguished career as a journalist, social critic, Minister of Information and Senator, will be long remembered for his dedication and passion for a just and equitable society.
“As the nation mourns him, the President urges Senator Chukwumerije’s family, friends and associates to honour his memory by continually upholding the values and principles which he lived for and never stopped fighting for till his death” he said.
In her statement, the First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan commiserated with the Government and people of Abia State over the death of Distinguished Senator Uche Chukwumerije, an illustrious son of Abia State.
She described the late Senator Chukwumerije as an astute politician who made his mark in the political equation of Nigeria and Abia State in particular.
“Dame Patience Jonathan praises his legislative acumen and experience which were brought to bear on the Senate Committee on Education, which he chaired until his demise.
She added that the death of Senator Chukwumerije is no doubt a painful loss not only to the family but to his colleagues in the National Assembly, numerous friends, well wishers and the nation.
“As a daughter of Abia State, the mother of the Nation, my thoughts are with you and the entire people of Abia at this time of your grief”
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