17 h. ago Edwin Clark’s Family Disowns Unauthorized Burial Fund Solicitors

Family of late Pa Edwin Clark, a statesman and former Minister of Information, has issued a public notice regarding the arrangements for his burial. Following his recent passing, the family has made it clear that no individual has been authorized to solicit funds on their behalf. In essence, the family is urging the public to […] The post Edwin Clark’s Family Disowns Unauthorized Burial Fund Solicitors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago We didn’t nominate anyone to discuss burial plans, support — Clark’s family

Tribune Online We didn’t nominate anyone to discuss burial plans, support — Clark’s family The family of the late nonagenarian and prominent elder statesman, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, has disassociated itself from any unauthorised individuals or groups soliciting support or making burial arrangements on its behalf. We didn’t nominate anyone to discuss burial plans, support — Clark’s family Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Beyond the condolence messages on Clark and Adebanjo’s death

Pa Edwin Clark (May 25, 1927 – February 17, 2005). A Nigerian nationalist, Izon and Niger Delta Leader, elder statesman, parliamentarian, lawyer, politician and distinguished public servant has passed on, along with revered Pa Ayo Adebanjo at 90, a radical and progressive politician, lawyer, elder statesman, patriot and nationalist of Yoruba extraction. Both men stood Read More

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1 week ago Adebanjo and Clark depart without seeing Nigeria of their dream

The recent exit of elder statesmen, Chief Ayo Adebanjo and Chief Edwin Clark, three days apart, was monumental. Despite the longevity both enjoyed, their death were no less sad. Adebanjo died on February 14, 2025, two months to his 97th birthday, having been born on April 10, 1928, while Clark died on February 17, three Read More

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2 w. ago Group demands inclusion of Pa Clark’s picture on N500 banknote

Tribune Online Group demands inclusion of Pa Clark’s picture on N500 banknote National Vice President (two) of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), High Chief Alabo Nengi James, has appealed to the Federal Government to immortalise late Pa Edwin Clark with his picture printed alongside that of Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe on the N500 banknote. Alabo Nengi James, a recipient of the Oder of the Niger, made the appeal […] Group demands inclusion of Pa Clark’s picture on N500 banknote Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Clark, an unyielding defender of justice, equity – Nzuko Umunna

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Pan-Igbo socio-political group, Nzuko Umunna, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, describing him as “an unyielding defender of justice, equity, and human rights.” In a statement signed by its President, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, the group noted that Clark’s contributions to Nigeria’s governance, unity, and […] The post Clark, an unyielding defender of justice, equity – Nzuko Umunna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago He was a consummate freedom fighter, Afe Babalola mourns Clark’s death

Tribune Online He was a consummate freedom fighter, Afe Babalola mourns Clark’s death Founder of Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, has described the late Chief Edwin Clark as a consummate freedom fighter who will be greatly missed for his role in the country. Babalola, in a condolence message made available to the Nigerian Tribune on Thursday, said the death of the leader of the Pan […] He was a consummate freedom fighter, Afe Babalola mourns Clark’s death Tribune Online

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3 w. ago “My Feet Are Too Tiny To Fit In His Shoes” – Jonathan Pays Tribute To Late Edwin Clark

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described the late Edwin Clark, leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), as a fearless elder statesman who spoke truth to power. Jonathan’s remarks came during a condolence visit to Clark’s family, led by Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri, on Wednesday. “A friend in Benue state called me and asked […] The post “My Feet Are Too Tiny To Fit In His Shoes” – Jonathan Pays Tribute To Late Edwin Clark appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago After Adebanjo, Clark, who mounts southern leadership’s seat?

The South lost two of its most influential voices in a single week. With the passing of Pa Ayo Adebanjo, Afenifere leader and pro-restructuring advocate, at 96, and Chief Edwin Clark, Niger Delta leader and statesman, at 97, a leadership vacuum has emerged. LAOLU AFOLABI takes a look at the recalibration amid the battle for Read More

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3 w. ago Festus Porbeni, a retired rear admiral, recalls Edwin Clark’s strong character and patriotism

As more important Niger Deltans mourn the demise of the Ijaw hero, 97-year-old Edwin Clark, another prominent Nigerian, Festus Porbeni, read more Festus Porbeni, a retired rear admiral, recalls Edwin Clark’s strong character and patriotism

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3 w. ago Senate pays tribute to late Edwin Clark, seeks national honour

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Nigerian Senate, on Wednesday, paid glowing tribute to the late Leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Chief Edwin Clark, who passed away on February 17 at the age of 97. During plenary, lawmakers unanimously resolved to urge the Federal Government to immortalise Clark by naming a national monument […] The post Senate pays tribute to late Edwin Clark, seeks national honour appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago ‘The Great Iroko Has Fallen’, VP Shettima Mourns Edwin Clark’s Passing

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the passing of elder statesman, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, was a profound loss to Nigeria, likening his death to the giant Iroko tree falling in the forest. The late chairman of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), who served the nation as Federal Commissioner for Information and later as […]

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3 w. ago Edwin Clark’s Contribution To Nation Building Enormous – PAP Boss

The administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of elder statesman and foremost leader of the Ijaw nation, the Niger Delta and the South-South region, Edwin Kiagbodo Clark. Otuaro described the demise of Clark at the age of 97 on Monday, February 17, 2025, as […]

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3 w. ago Otu mourns N’Delta leader Edwin Clark, promises befitting burial

Senator Bassey Otu, Cross River Governor has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of the former Federal Commissioner for Information, Edwin Clark, extending heartfelt condolences to his family and the entire nation. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Nsa Gill, made available to newsmen on Tuesday, the governor conveyed his shock at the Read More

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3 w. ago Honour Clark’s memory by upholding values he stood for — Wogu charges Nigerians

The Chairman of South East Development Commission (SEDC) and former Minister of Labour and Productivity, Emeka Wogu, PhD CON, has called on Nigerians to honour the memory of the late Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, CON, a former Minister of Information, Federal Republic of Nigeria, by upholding the values he stood for:- unity, justice, and the […] The post Honour Clark’s memory by upholding values he stood for — Wogu charges Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Adebanjo, Clark: Nigeria has lost two patriots, nationalists – Ortom

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.

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3 w. ago Honour Clark’s Memory By Upholding Values He Stood For – Wogu

Chairman of South East Development Commission (SEDC) and former Minister of Labour and Productivity, Dr Emeka Wogu, has called on Nigerians to honour the memory of the late Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, a former Minister of Information by upholding the values he stood for:- unity, justice, and the relentless pursuit of a better Nigeria. He […]

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3 w. ago Clark: Dogged fighter, uncompromising patriot, bridge builder

Tribune Online Clark: Dogged fighter, uncompromising patriot, bridge builder MONDAY night, another great heart stopped breathing. Pa Edwin Kiagbodo Clark took a flight to eternity barely a few days after his close ally, compatriots and companion, Pa Ayo Adebanjo exited. Ironically, both men were the joint leader of the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF). Like a Siamese twins, Pa Clark and Pa […] Clark: Dogged fighter, uncompromising patriot, bridge builder Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Edwin Clark: Buhari, Govs, Kalu, Ohanaeze, INC, others react

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), the Northern State Governors’ Forum (NSGF), the Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP), Governors Peter Mbah of Enugu State and Bassey Otu of Cross River,  Afenifere, Ijaw National Congress (INC), Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known Tompolo, Tanko Yakasai and others have condoled with the families of two prominent Nigerians […] The post Edwin Clark: Buhari, Govs, Kalu, Ohanaeze, INC, others react appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Edwin Clark’s death a national loss, says Afenifere leader Fasoranti

The National Leader of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural and socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Chief Reuben Fasoranti, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of one of Nigeria’s foremost nationalists, Chief Edwin Clark. In a statement issued on Tuesday by Afenifere’s National Publicity Secretary, Jare Ajayi, Fasoranti described Clark’s demise as a significant loss to the country, particularly Read More

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