Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Celebration within the final election, has expressed his shock over the dying of Senator Annie Okonkwo. The previous lawmaker who represented Anambra Central senatorial district within the sixth Nationwide Meeting died on Wednesday, as beforehand reported by DAILY POST.
In a press release on his Twitter deal with, Obi recounted how the late Senator contributed to his presidential marketing campaign in 2022. Obi famous that regardless of not being a member of the Labour Celebration, the late Senator was one of many strongest pillars of help within the journey in the direction of a “New Nigeria.”
In keeping with Obi, the late Senator supplied invaluable recommendation and immeasurable help in the course of the celebration’s marketing campaign across the nation. The late Senator additionally satisfied his son, Hon. Uchenna Okonkwo, who was in one other celebration, to affix the Labour Celebration, the place he contested and finally gained a seat on the Federal Home of Representatives.
Even after the elections and the next declarations, which the celebration is presently difficult in court docket, Sen. Annie Okonkwo remained steadfast in his efforts and dedication in the direction of a “New Nigeria.”
Obi was conscious of the Late Senator’s sickness however prayed and hoped for his full restoration. When he heard that the late senator was sick, he travelled to the United States to go to and spend time with him. He described Senator Annie Okonkwo as a veteran of Nigerian politics and his passing as a big loss to the nation.
The Labour Celebration has misplaced a invaluable supporter and ally, and the political panorama in Nigeria has misplaced certainly one of its most vital members. The celebration will undoubtedly miss Senator Annie Okonkwo’s contributions and help in the direction of a greater Nigeria.
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