President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has commiserated with the family of Nigeria’s first President, Chief Nnamdi Azikiwe, over the passing away of Chief Chukwuma Bamidele Azikiwe.
A statement by Presidential Spokesman ,Reuben Abati said “The President also extends sincere condolences to the government and people of Anambra State, and the immediate family of the deceased.”
“President Jonathan believes that the late Azikiwe, who was also the Owelle Onitsha, lived a fulfilled life by sustaining the humanitarian and leadership legacies of his father as a mobiliser, leader, philanthropist and a highly respected voice in his community.
Jonathan prayed that the Almighty God will grant the soul of the departed peaceful rest, and comfort the family he left behind.
