By Chibuike Nwabuko
ABUJA (PRECISE POST) – Senate Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, has expressed deep condolences to the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, over the death of her mother, Professor Kamene Okonjo, aged 96.
Moro, who represents Benue South Senatorial District, described the deceased as an exceptional woman who distinguished herself in academia, raised accomplished children and left behind an enduring legacy of exemplary living.
In a condolence statement issued on Sunday and signed by his Media Adviser, Emmanuel Eche’Ofun John, the senator said the late Professor Okonjo lived a fulfilled life, attaining the pinnacle of her academic career before passing away peacefully at the age of 96.
He noted that her legacy was evident in the accomplishments of her children, particularly Dr. Okonjo-Iweala, who heads the WTO, and the traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom, Obi (Dr.) Ifechukwude Anishi Okonjo II.
Moro also described the deceased as a respected scholar and matriarch of the Umu Obi Obahai Royal Family, whose life and achievements remained worthy of emulation.
The Senate Minority Leader expressed solidarity with the family of the late Prof. Obi Chukwuka Okonjo and the entire Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom over the loss.
He said the late Professor Okonjo’s exemplary life and contributions to her family and society would continue to inspire generations.
Moro prayed that God would grant her soul eternal rest and give Dr. Okonjo-Iweala and the entire family the strength and fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
