9 h. ago We shall continue to stand by ideals Pa Adebanjo, Chief Clark stood for ―Pogu

Tribune Online We shall continue to stand by ideals Pa Adebanjo, Chief Clark stood for ―Pogu Dr Bitrus Pogu is the National President of the Middle Belt Forum and one of the leaders of the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders’ Forum (SMBLF). In this interview with ISAAC SHOBAYO, Dr Pogu speaks on the demise of the Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, and the leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), […] We shall continue to stand by ideals Pa Adebanjo, Chief Clark stood for ―Pogu Tribune Online

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24 h. 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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69 h. 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 d. 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 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. ago EK Clark: Imansuagbon Mourns, Says Nigeria Has Lost A Man Of Truth

Former governorship aspirant in Edo State, Barrister Kenneth Imansuagbon, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, the revered Ijaw National Leader and elder statesman, who passed away on Monday night, describing his death as a monumental loss to Nigeria. In a solemn reflection, Imansuagbon recalled his last visit to Chief […]

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4 d. ago We’ve lost an unpretentious federalist: Gov Mbah mourns Chief Clark

Governor of Enugu State Dr. Peter Mbah has expressed deep sadness over the passing on of elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, describing him as an unpretentious federalist who gave his all in service to God, country, and humanity at large. Mbah, in a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, @PNMbah, Tuesday, said Chief […] The post We’ve lost an unpretentious federalist: Gov Mbah mourns Chief Clark appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Edwin Clark: Peter Obi, former IGP Okiro pay condolence visit to family

Former Anambra Governor Peter Obi and ex-Inspector General of Police Mike Okiro paid a condolence visit to the family of Late Chief Edwin Clark in Abuja. Daily Sun reported that Ebikeme Clark disclosed how his father died following news of his demise on Tuesday. Per online reports, Obi arrived at the residence of the late […] The post Edwin Clark: Peter Obi, former IGP Okiro pay condolence visit to family appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Obasanjo Mourns Edwin Clark, Says Late PANDEF Leader Was Accomplished Politician

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday, mourned the death of the elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark who passed away at the age of 97, describing him as an accomplished politician and community leader. The former president, in a condolence message he issued in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, a copy of which was made available […]

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5 d. ago Clark will be greatly missed, Afenifere mourns PANDEF leader 

The Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, Tuesday said it received the passing of foremost Ijaw Leader, Chief Edwin Clark, with great shock. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Clark, the leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum died on Monday in Abuja at 97. Reacting, Mr Jare Ajayi, the National Publicity Secretary, Afenifere told the Read More

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5 d. ago In Edwin Clark’s death, Nigeria lost a voice — Dakuku Peterside

Tribune Online In Edwin Clark’s death, Nigeria lost a voice — Dakuku Peterside Former Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Dakuku Peterside, says with the demise of Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, Nigeria has lost a “voice, patriot, statesman, defender and shining light.” Peterside, who received the news with shock, stated that the demise of the Federal Commissioner of Information has created a […] In Edwin Clark’s death, Nigeria lost a voice — Dakuku Peterside Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Clark: We’ve lost the headmaster of Niger Delta struggle – Omubo Harry

From Tony John, Port Harcourt The leadership of South-South Chiefs and Elders has expressed shock at the death of its patron and an elder statesman, Pa Edwin Clark. He died at the age of 97 years. His passage was announced by his family. National Chairman of the group, Chief Omubo Harry, who got to know […] The post Clark: We’ve lost the headmaster of Niger Delta struggle – Omubo Harry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Mighty iroko tree has fallen, PANDEF mourns passing of Edwin Clark

The Pan Niger Delta Forum has announced the passing of Chief Edwin Clark, a revered national leader and elder statesman. He died peacefully in Abuja on the evening of Monday, February 17, 2025, at the age of 97, surrounded by family and loved ones. The announcement was made through a press statement signed by the Read More

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