Senator Uche Chukwumerije President Goodluck Jonathan on Monday extended condolences to the family of late Senator Uche Chukwumerije and the government and people of Abia state over the death of the Senator in Abuja on Sunday. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, Jonathan also commiserated with the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria over the death of Senator Chukwumerije. Noting that he was an ardent believer in national unity, peace, political stability and progress, the President joined them in mourning the late Senator who left behind an impressive legacy of discipline, honesty, integrity and hard work in public service. The President believed that the late Chukwumerije, who had a distinguished career as a journalist, social critic, Minister of Information and Senator, will be long remembered for his dedication and passion for a just and equitable society. “As the nation mourns him, the President urges Senator Chukwumerije’s family, friends and associates to honour his memory by continually upholding the values and principles which he lived for and never stopped fighting for till his death,” the statement stated. The President also prayed that Almighty God will comfort all who mourn him and grant the deceased's soul perfect peace.
