Nigeria is mourning the loss of another elder statesman, Edwin Clark, who passed away on Monday at the age of 97. This news comes just days after the death of Ayo Adebanjo, a prominent Afenifere leader.
Edwin Clark, a former Federal Commissioner for Information and a respected South-South leader, was confirmed dead by his family in a statement released on Tuesday. The statement, issued by Prof. C. C. Clark, appreciated the public’s prayers and promised to announce further details later.
Clark’s death has sent shockwaves across Nigeria, with many paying tribute to his remarkable life and legacy. As a key figure in the Pan Niger Delta Forum, Clark was a vocal advocate for the rights and interests of the Niger Delta region.
The news of Clark’s passing is a significant blow to Nigeria, coming so soon after the loss of Ayo Adebanjo. Adebanjo, who died on February 14, was a renowned nationalist and leader of the Afenifere group. His death was widely mourned, with tributes pouring in from across the country.
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