Buhari reacts to Omisore’s death, condoles family, as Kalu’s wife passes on
President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the death of a distinguished Elder of the Yoruba Tennis Club and past President of the Nigerian Institute of Structural Engineers, Arole Ezekiel Iyiola Omisore.
Buhari shared his grief with family members, friends and associates of Omisore, who passed at age 98.
This was disclosed in a statement by Femi Adesina, a Special Adviser to the President.
The President affirmed the dutifulness, courage and inspiration that Omisore brought into work and life, remaining humble and warm even in his 90s, with evidence of influence as a bridge for those that were climbing up and pillar for the downtrodden.
He noted the remarkable contributions of the Engineer to the development of the country, employed by the then Government of Western Region, Ministry of Works, as the first Nigerian Structural Engineer before he left to start the Engineering section of Design Group as an Associate Partner.
Buhari urged family members and friends to approximate the good works of Arole Omisore, who was also “Gbobaniyi” of Ile-Ife, “Alatunse” of Cathedral Church Of the Anglican, Ile-Ife and Asiwaju Okunrin of Christian Association of Nigeria.
The President, however, prayed that ‘his soul will find rest with the Lord.
Orji Uzor Kalu’s wife dies
In the meantime, death has been announced of former First Lady of Abia State, Ifeoma Kalu.
Her death was announced by her husband, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu.
The Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District confirmed the sad news on Monday in a statement on his Facebook page.
“With a heavy heart and pain, we announce the passing on to eternal glory of Mrs Ifeoma Ada Kalu, aged 61 years.
“She was a woman of virtue who was committed to the service of God and humanity.
“A memorial service in her honour is scheduled to be held in the United States of America (USA).
“Please remember her and loved ones in prayers at this difficult period.
“May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.”
Kalu married Ifeoma Ada Menakaya in December 1989 in his hometown of Igbere, Abia State.
He has four children namely Neya Uzor Kalu, Michael Uzor Kalu, Olivia Uzor Kalu and Nicole Uzor Kalu.
Kalu currently serves as the Chief Whip of the Senate. He was Abia State governor from 1999 to 2007.
