Abuja (Sundiata Post) — Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has described the former Governor of defunct Midwest and Bendel states, late Samuel Ogbemudia, as a development champion, who contributed his quota to the growth of country.
The governor, according to a statement issued by his Special Assistant (Electronic Media), Simeon Nwakaudu, said that he received the news of the death of Ogbemudia with shock.
He noted that the late governor passed away when Nigeria is still profiting from his wisdom.
He paid tribute to the former Governor for his commendable distinguished service to the country as a military officer, patriotic politician, leader and sports promoter.
Wike condoled with the immediate family of Ogbemudia, the people of Edo and Delta states on the demise of the former governor.
He prayed God to grant the family and good people of Edo and Delta states the courage to bear the loss.