The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has paid tribute to her mother, Prof. Kamene Okonjo, who died on last Friday at the age of 96.\n<\/p>\n
The former Minister of Finance described her late mother as a woman who lived a quality life until the end.\n<\/p>\n
In a post on her official X handle on Sunday, Okonjo-Iweala thanked friends and followers for their messages of condolence and support to her family.\n<\/p>\n
She wrote, \u201cToday, I have been overwhelmed with messages of condolences and tributes to my wonderful mother. I just want to thank all my friends and followers and let you know how appreciative my entire family and I are of your support.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy mother lived a quality life till the end and we are very grateful we had her for so long. May her soul rest in perfect peace.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
The 96-year-old was the matriarch of the Umu Obi Obahai Royal Family and mother of the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku, Obi Ifechukwude Okonjo II.<\/p>\n
She was also the wife of the the immediate past traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State, late Obi (Prof.) Chukwuka Okonjo, with whom she shared 66 years of marriage.<\/p>\n
Her passage was announced in a statement issued on Sunday by, Palace Secretary of Ogwashi-Uku, Ifeakanachukwu Emordi, on behalf of the royal family.\n<\/p>\n
The statement described the late Okonjo as an extraordinary woman whose life was defined by intellectual brilliance, humility, compassion, dignity and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of humanity.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cAn internationally recognised and foremost sociologist, Prof. Kamene Okonjo distinguished herself through her outstanding academic accomplishments, intellectual contributions and lifelong advocacy for women\u2019s rights and empowerment. <\/p>\n
\u201cShe was a woman of exceptional intellect, yet possessed a rare gentleness of spirit, humility and grace that endeared her to everyone privileged to know her.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cHer achievements transcended the boundaries of Ogwashi-Uku and Nigeria, earning her admiration and respect within academic and intellectual circles internationally,\u201d the statement read.\n<\/p>\n
The statement further described her as a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a cherished pillar of the royal family.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cHer wisdom, kindness, quiet strength and exemplary character will remain an enduring inspiration to generations yet unborn,\u201d it said.<\/p>\n
The family added, \u201cWhile we mourn her passing, we celebrate a life exceptionally well lived.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
It noted that at 96, the late scholar left behind an enduring legacy of scholarship, service, family values and advocacy for the dignity and advancement of women.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cWe take comfort in our Christian faith and the assurance that she is resting peacefully with the Lord, having completed her earthly journey with grace and distinction,\u201d the statement said.\n<\/p>\n
The Umu Obi Obahai family extended its condolences to the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku and the deceased\u2019s children, including Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Dr Njideka Okonjo-Udochi, Onyema Okonjo and Chichi Okonjo, as well as their spouses, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and the wider Okonjo royal family.\n<\/p>\n
The family also called on the people of Ogwashi-Uku to join in celebrating the life and enduring legacy of the late scholar and matriarch, whose contributions to humanity, it said, would never be forgotten.\n <\/p>\n
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