2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has expressed sadness over the death of Prof. Ben Nwabueze SAN, former Secretary General of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide.
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| Former Secretary General of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, Prof. Ben Nwabueze SAN. Photo: @PeterObi |
Nwabueze was a “respected constitutional lawyer and foremost patriot”, the former Governor of Anambra State said.
He prayed, “May God comfort the entire Nwabueze family and all of us who mourn him, and grant him eternal rest.”
Obi said: “I am saddened by the death of a very revered Nigerian and a respected father figure, foremost patriot, constitutional lawyer, and erstwhile Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide, Professor Ben Nwabueze, SAN.
“Prof Ben Nwabueze was a seasoned academician, thoroughbred administrator, and experienced politician. An uncommon jurist and scholar, Prof Nwabueze was Nigeria’s first academic Senior Advocate of Nigeria.
“He was also the former Minister of Education and Youth Development. As a father figure whose desire for a great Nigeria was well known, he remained supportive of me in my political journey.
“Throughout my years as the Governor of Anambra State, his wise counsel and guidance added to the success that my administration achieved in the State. Even after leaving office, I continued to enjoy his cordial relationship and wise counsel.
“I remember in 2019 when I was the Vice Presidential Candidate of the PDP, he headed our legal team at the Presidential Election Tribunal, despite his health challenges. He was a man who desired justice, peace, and progress in our country.
“While I mourn his irreplaceable loss, I am comforted by his immense contribution to our nation, especially in the areas of education and legal practice, especially his specialization in constitutional law.
“May God comfort the entire Nwabueze family and all of us who mourn him, and grant him eternal rest.”
