Soludo mourns death of Chief Edwin Clark

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By Madu Obi

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has expressed deep grief on the passing of one of the most distinguished Nigerian elder statesmen and Pan-Niger Delta Forum leader, Chief Edwin Clark. Clark died on Tuesday at the age of 97.

In his condolence message, Governor Soludo extolled Chief Clark as an extraordinary Nigerian patriot who served this nation with uncommon dedication as a former Federal Commissioner for Information and leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF).

"His voice resonated not just for the Niger Delta, but for all of Nigeria. As a lawyer, educationist, and elder statesman, Chief Clark's interventions on national issues were marked by wisdom, foresight, and a dogged commitment to national unity founded on the principles of justice and equity", Soludo said.

The governor further stated that Chief Clark was ever unapologetic in his pursuit of justice, equity, and true federalism, adding that his life exemplified the possibility of building bridges across ethnic and regional lines for the greater good of our nation.

He said although Chief Clark’s passing marked the end of an era, his uncompromising pursuit of a united, just, and truly federal Nigeria lives on.

Governor Soludo also mourned the death of Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo at the age of 96 years. According to Soludo, Adebanjo was also known to be a relentless advocate for true federalism and would be dearly missed.

He commiserated with the families of Chief Edwin Clark and Pa Ayo Adebanjo, the people of Niger Delta and Yoruba land, PANDEF and Afenifere, and prayed that their souls rest in peace.