President Muhammadu Buhari has extended heartfelt condolences to the Saro-Wiwa family as well as the government and people of Rivers State on the death of Ken Saro-Wiwa Jnr.
The President, in a statement by Femi Adesina, his Special Adviser (Media & Publicity), also commiserates with the people of Ogoni Kingdom over the passage of their illustrious son, author and environmental activist, who was an ardent believer in the unity, progress and stability of his community.
President Buhari joins them in mourning the sudden and painful passing of a promising Nigerian whose willingness and dedication to the clean-up of Ogoni land inspired a healing process in Nigeria after the death of his father, Ken Saro-Wiwa.
As the world mourns Saro-Wiwa Jnr, the President believes the commitment of the journalist in serving three Nigerian presidents in various capacities clearly exemplifies his patriotism, statesmanship and foresightedness.
President Buhari, who has initiated the process of cleaning up the Niger Delta region, urged family, friends and associates to honour Saro-Wiwa’s memory by making his dream of an environmentally safe, secured and prosperous Ogoni land a reality.
The President prayed that the Almighty God will comfort all who mourn the deceased and grant his soul eternal rest.
The President also commiserated with the entire Catholic family in Nigeria, particularly those in Abuja, over the passing away of Rev. Fr. Willie Ojukwu.
President Buhari sent condolences to the family, friends and close associates of the late priest who slept in the Lord on Sunday in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
The President believes the late clergy was a humble and dedicated servant of the Lord, who spent his time on earth serving humanity, especially in helping the poor and needy.
President Buhari commended the contributions of the late priest to the growth of the Catholic Church in Nigeria, and his tireless efforts in promoting peace, love and unity in all his engagements across the country.
The President affirmed that Rev. Fr. Ojukwu will be remembered for his patriotism, religious tolerance, respect for constituted authority and love for humanity.
He prayed that the almighty God will grant the priest eternal rest, and comfort all members, the church and his family.