Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has paid a condolence visit to former Minister of Transportation and ex-Rivers State Governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, following the death of his mother, Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi.
Obi, accompanied by former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, visited Amaechi at his residence in Port Harcourt on Friday to sympathise with him and his family over the loss.
The former Anambra State governor disclosed the visit in a statement shared on his social media page on Saturday, noting that he also attended the Vigil Mass held in honour of the late matriarch.
“Yesterday, Friday, 4th September, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and I paid a further condolence visit to our dear brother, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, at his Port Harcourt residence following the passing of his beloved mother, Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi,” Obi said.
He added, “I subsequently joined the family and friends at the Vigil Mass for his dear departed mother, who passed on at the ripe age of 89.”
Reflecting on the pain of losing a parent, Obi described the death of a mother as one of life’s most difficult experiences.
“The death of a parent is always deeply painful, and the loss of our dear mother is no exception. At such moments, words often fall short of expressing the depth of the pain and sense of loss,” he stated.
Obi, however, said the family could take comfort in the life of service and faith lived by the deceased.
“We are, however, consoled by the knowledge that Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi lived a good and fulfilling life, touching the lives of many and making lasting contributions to her community and the Church.
“Her life was one of faith, service, love, and impact. She leaves behind a legacy that will continue to live on in the lives of her children, family, community, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.”
He concluded by praying for the peaceful repose of her soul.
“Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi will forever remain in our hearts and prayers.
“May her gentle soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in perfect peace. Amen.”
