President Bola Tinubu expressed deep sorrow on Thursday over the demise of Chief Ogbonnaya Onu, the first civilian governor of Abia State and former Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation. Onu passed away at the age of 72.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu described Onu as a shining light in Nigeria’s political landscape. He extended heartfelt condolences to Onu’s family, lauding his pivotal role in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his significant contribution to the party’s victory in the 2015 elections.
Tinubu hailed Onu as an accomplished scholar and exemplary engineer of unwavering integrity. He emphasized Onu’s dedication to upholding discipline and ethical standards throughout his career.
President Tinubu conveyed his condolences to Onu’s friends, associates, as well as the governments of Ebonyi and Abia States, expressing solidarity with all Nigerians mourning the loss of this eminent leader.
