From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The immediate past Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom described the passing of two elder statesmen and respected figures in Nigerian history, Pa Ayo Adebanjo and Chief Edwin Clark as huge losses to the country. Ortom, in a statement signed by his Media Aide, Terver Akase, states that the two […] The post Adebanjo, Clark: Nigeria has lost two patriots, nationalists – Ortom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.
Chief Samuel Ortom, the immediate past Governor of Benue State, mourned the passing of Pa Ayo Adebanjo and Chief Edwin Clark, describing them as patriots and nationalists who made significant contributions to Nigeria. Adebanjo, a leader of Afenifere, was known for his dedication to justice and equity, playing key roles in political movements like the Action Group and NADECO. Clark, a Federal Commissioner for Information and leader in PANDEF and the South and Middle Belt Leaders Forum, contributed to education, development, and peace in the Niger Delta. Ortom extended condolences to their families, emphasizing their profound impact on Nigeria.
