The lawmaker representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has expressed condolences to the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and the entire Okonjo family of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Delta State over the death of their matriarch, Professor Kamene Okonjo, who died at the age of 96.\n<\/p>\n
In a personally signed condolence message, Dafinone described the late Professor Okonjo as a woman whose life was marked by scholarship, commitment to women\u2019s empowerment and service to humanity, adding that her contributions would continue to inspire generations.\n<\/p>\n
He said her legacy of excellence, compassion and devotion to family would remain a source of inspiration, even as her death left a significant void among her loved ones and the wider community.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cMama lived a remarkable life of purpose and impact, distinguished by her contributions to scholarship, women\u2019s empowerment and service to humanity,\u201d Dafinone stated.<\/p>\n
He added that her enduring legacy would live on through the lives she touched and the values she upheld throughout her lifetime. <\/p>\n
Dafinone expressed particular sympathy with Okonjo-Iweala, His Royal Majesty, Obi Ifechukwude Okonjo II, and other members of the Okonjo family as they mourned their loss.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhile her passing is a profound loss, there is comfort in the knowledge that she lived a fulfilled life and left lasting footprints in society,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The senator noted that although the family was grieving, the late professor\u2019s accomplishments and impact on society would remain a lasting part of her legacy.\n<\/p>\n
On behalf of his family and the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, Dafinone prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased and divine strength for the bereaved family.\n<\/p>\n
\u201cI pray that Almighty God grants her eternal rest and gives the family the strength and fortitude to bear this loss,\u201d he said.\n <\/p>\n
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