Senate Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu has announced the passing of his first wife, Ifeoma Kalu.
at the age of 61.
Senator Kalu, a former governor of Abia State, disclosed this on his verified Facebook page on Monday.
He described his late wife as a “woman of virtue” who was committed to the service of God and humanity
The Senator who was Abia Governor between 1999 and 2007 disclosed that a memorial service in honour of his late wife will be held in the United States of America where she passed away.
Meanwhile, President Muhammadu Buhari has sympathised with former Abia State Governor and Senate Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu, over the death of his wife, Ifeoma Ada Kalu at 61.
The President commiserated with Senator Kalu and Ifeoma’s family, friends and associates, urging trust in God for comfort and care during the very difficult period of pain and deep reflection.
President Buhari in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina on Monday said he believes the testimonies of the late wife’s fear of God and charity should provide strength for the family, knowing that she lived well, and served the will of the Almighty.
The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has also expressed sadness over the news of the death of the wife of Senate Chief Whip, Ifeoma Kalu.
Lawan described the death as untimely and tragic and prayed to Almighty God to comfort Senator Orji Kalu and his entire family.
“The death of a darling wife is traumatic and harrowing but we must accept the will of the Almighty. We further take consolation in the fact that Mrs. Kalu lived a virtuous life invested in the service of family, community and God.
“I extend my condolences to the government and people of Abia State and pray that God will grant them the fortitude to bear the great loss.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
