President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the 2027 African Democratic Congress (ADC) Vice Presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, over the demise of his mother, Dame Ezinne Oduah Amaechi.
The matriarch reportedly passed away on Thursday at the age of 89.
Joining other political bigwigs in paying tribute to the late octogenarian, Tinubu, in a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, mourned the passing of Dame Ezinne.
The president acknowledged the deceased’s commitment to the Catholic faith, her exemplary devotion to family values, and her dedication to raising children of service.
He also noted that the late matriarch’s life reflected the virtues of love, sacrifice, kindness, and perseverance, qualities that endeared her to all who came in contact with her.
Tinubu urges the bereaved family to take solace in the remarkable legacy of faith, dignity, and service that Dame Mary Amaechi bequeathed to her children, the Church, and society.
“My heartfelt condolences to Rt. Hon. Amaechi, the entire Amaechi family, the Catholic faithful, and the government and people of Rivers State over the loss of Dame Ezinne Amaechi, a champion of faith whose life was marked by humility and selfless service to humanity.
“May Almighty God grant her soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn her passing at this difficult time”, the President said as quoted by Onanuga.