Jonathan Mourns Chukwumerije

President Goodluck Jonathan, on Monday, expressed sadness over the death of Senator Uche Chukwumerije.

His Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, said in a statement, that Jonathan expressed heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Abia State on the death of the senator.

Jonathan also commiserated with the Senate over the passage of Chukwumerije, whom, he said, was an ardent believer in national unity, peace, political stability and progress.

Jonathan joined them in mourning the late patriot and nationalist, who has left behind an impressive legacy of discipline, honesty, integrity and hard work in public service.

Jonathan said he believed that the late Chukwumerije, who had a distinguished career as a journalist, social critic, Minister of Information and senator, would be long-remembered for his dedication and passion for a just and equitable society.

As the nation mourns him, Jonathan urged Chukwumerije’s family, friends and associates to honour his memory by continually upholding the values and principles which he lived for and never stopped fighting for till his death.

Jonathan prayed that God would comfort all who mourned him and grant his soul well-deserved peace.