President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the passing of former Senator Joseph Kennedy Waku.
While commiserating with the family of the senator, who represented Benue North-West (1999-2003) and the government and people of Benue State, President recalled Waku’s contributions to the growth of education when he served as Pro-Chancellor, Federal University of Technology, Akure.
A statement signed by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) said Buhari urged the children, friends and political associates of the late elder statesman to keep alive his commitment to the unity, peace and stability of not only Benue State, but also the entire country.
The President prayed Almighty God to comfort the family and all those who mourn the septuagenarian and grant his soul eternal rest.
