From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja
Abia North Senator and Senate Committee Chairman on Privatization and Commercialization, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has commiserate with the government of Delta State over the death of a former member of the House of Representatives, who represented Ika federal constituency of Delta State, Dr Cairo Ojougboh.
Similarly the former two time Abia Governor commiserated with the government and people of Delta state over the passing of their revered Traditional leader the Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty (Prof.) Chike Edozien.
On the death of Cairo, the former Senate Chief Whip, in a condolence message on Thursday , acknowledged the good deeds of the deceased and urged the government of Delta State to take solace in the fact that the late Cairo left behind remarkable legacies for his family and loved ones.
The former governor also conveyed his condolences to the family of the deceased
Kalu expressed his sympathy; , “I condole with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori over the demise of Cairo Ojougboh ,
“The deceased was a man of courage and determination who was passionate about the welfare of the people.He will be remembered for his good deeds.
“Our prayers and thoughts are with the family of the deceased and the government of Delta state during this period of grief.” Kalu prayed to God for peaceful repose of soul of Cairo
Kalu in a separate message acknowledged the exemplary leadership qualities of the late monarch, Kalu called on leaders to emulate the selfless attributes of the late traditional ruler.
The former Governor emphasized that the late paramount ruler will be remembered for his wise and unbiased counsel on national issues, adding that the late Asagba left behind a worthy legacy.
In a condolence message, Kalu stressed that the late monarch lived a fulfilled life dedicated to the service of humanity.
He said, ” The demise of Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty (Prof.) Chike Edozien, is a huge loss to the nation.
“The late monarch contributed to nation building through various platforms.
“He was an accomplished Nigerian who attained giant heights in all endeavours.
“His reign brought unprecedented development to Asaba and Delta state in general.
“The late traditional ruler will forever be remembered for his good deeds”. Kalu prayed for the repose of the soul of the late Asagba.