President Bola Tinubu has mourned the demise of former federal commissioner of information and leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Edwin Clark.
Tinubu described late Edwin as a passionate advocate for resource control and economic justice in Delta State.
He highlighted Edwin’s significant contributions and patriotism to the Delta state government and Nigeria as a nation, noting his relentless courage and belief in a united Nigeria.
The President’s condolence message was contained in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on Tuesday, 18th of February 2025.
The statement partly reads:
“President Bola Tinubu is deeply saddened by the passing of Chief Edwin Clark, former federal commissioner of information and respected leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF).
“Chief Clark, 97, was born on May 25, 1927, in Kiagbodo, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State. He led an illustrious life marked by dedicated service, at different times, to the nation and his community as a councillor, state and federal cabinet member.
“He was also a passionate advocate for resource control, economic and environmental justice in the Niger Delta.
“On behalf of the federal government, the President extends his condolences to the Edwin Clark family, the Ijaw nation, the people of the Niger Delta, and the government of Delta State.
“President Tinubu mourns Chief Clark and describes his passing as a deeply sobering loss.Reflecting on the life of the late statesman, the President says Chief Clark was a towering figure whose influence was felt across Nigeria’s political firmament for nearly six decades.
“The President states that Chief Clark was a courageous leader who stood for what he believed in and was never afraid to stand alone in the face of injustice.
” ‘Chief Clark spoke for the Niger Delta. He spoke for the nation. His views and interventions on national issues were distinct and patriotic.
” ‘Pa Clark, a lawyer and educationist, believed in a united Nigeria, and until his last breath, he never stopped reaching out to people from different parts of the country to work together to preserve national unity based on justice and equity’.” [CONTINUE READING HERE]>>>>>
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