The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, describing his passing as a profound loss not only to his immediate family but to the entire Niger Delta and Nigeria as a whole.
During his visit, Senator Lokpobiri extended his heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family, acknowledging the deep pain that comes with losing a father, mentor, and leader of Chief Clark’s stature. He emphasized that the late nationalist was a towering figure whose voice consistently championed the cause of progress, development, and unity, particularly for the Niger Delta region.
“Chief Edwin Clark’s passing is not just a loss to his family or PANDEF alone; it is a significant loss to the entire Niger Delta and our great nation,” the minister remarked. “His unwavering patriotism, wisdom, and relentless advocacy for justice and equity will be profoundly missed.”
Senator Lokpobiri urged the family to take solace in the remarkable life Chief Clark lived—a life characterized by integrity, dedication, and a commitment to the betterment of Nigeria. He assured them that the late statesman’s legacies would endure for generations, inspiring future leaders to uphold the values he stood for.
Chief Edwin Clark, a revered nationalist and a strong advocate for the rights of the Niger Delta people, passed away at the age of 96. His contributions to Nigeria’s political landscape and his relentless pursuit of equity and justice remain indelible in the nation’s history.