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The Delta State House of Assembly has announced the passing away of one of its long-serving members, Mrs Omawumi Udoh.
Udoh, who represented Warri South I Constituency in the Assembly, died at a London hospital after a protracted illness aged 56.
She became a member of the state House of Assembly in 2003, on the platform of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP).
In a statement signed by Henry Ebireri, Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the House, Mr. Monday Igbuya, the Speaker described the late Udoh as “a dogged fighter and grassroots woman leader”.
“I wish to convey to you the deepest condolence of the Delta House of Assembly in an emotion laden voice. It is really hard to believe,” the Speaker said.
The Speaker also described Udoh as an extraordinary woman, who demonstrated a life of service, love, compassion and excellence to her family, community and the State. According to him, “her death is a great loss to the state”.
“She built a bridge of hope and unity among her people, she played politics of development. She had generous spirit and she was dependable in every facet of her life,” he added.
Igbuya said “Udoh was also admired for her wit, charm, vision and steadfast devotion to her political associates and family,” adding that she will be missed
The Speaker prayed God almighty to grant Udoh eternal rest and members of her family the strength to bear the loss.