President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi, the mother of former Rivers State Governor and former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi. Dame Amaechi died at the age of 89, according to a statement issued on Friday by the Presidency.
In a statement signed by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described the late matriarch as a devout Catholic whose life was defined by unwavering faith, strong family values and a commitment to raising children dedicated to public service.
The President said Dame Amaechi’s life reflected the virtues of love, sacrifice, kindness and perseverance, noting that these qualities earned her the admiration and respect of all who came in contact with her. He urged the bereaved family to find comfort in the enduring legacy of faith, dignity and service she left behind.
President Tinubu extended his heartfelt condolences to Rt. Hon. Amaechi, the entire Amaechi family, the Catholic faithful, and the government and people of Rivers State over the loss. He described Dame Amaechi as “a champion of faith whose life was marked by humility and selfless service to humanity.”
The President prayed for the peaceful repose of her soul and asked God to grant strength and comfort to her family and all those mourning her passing. “May Almighty God grant her soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn her passing at this difficult time,” Tinubu said.
