Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta, on Sunday, commiserated with the family of a Second Republic Senator, Nosike Ikpo, who died on Saturday at the age of 88.
The governor’s condolence message was contained in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, on Sunday in Asaba.
Okowa, who said that he received, with sadness, the death of the octogenarian politician and former Chairman of Delta North Leaders’ Forum, extended his heartfelt condolences to Ibusa community over the loss of one of its pillars.
He recalled that Ikpo used to be a vocal voice in the senate between 1979 and 1983 and that he contributed immensely to the creation of the state.
The governor described the late lawmaker as a great man who served his country and humanity with all his strength and talent, stressing that Ikpo was a worthy leader within the Anioma nation.
“We have lost a great man whose contributions to the growth and development of Delta and Nigeria can best be described as inspirational and worthy of emulation.
“The late Ikpo, a distinguished lawmaker and elder statesman, will be remembered for redefining the place of service and patriotism in Nigeria’s development.
“He will be sorely missed by all and sundry whose lives he affected in many ways.
“I, therefore, urge all who mourn the late Ikpo to take solace in the fact that his was a life of integrity and great accomplishments.
“On behalf of my family, the government and people of Delta, I mourn with the family of the late distinguished senator and Ibusa community on the demise of the erudite leader,” he said.
Okowa prayed God to grant his immediate family the strength to bear the irreparable loss, pointing out that his achievements in different areas of national life would always be remembered.