President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to former Minister of Transportation and African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, following the death of his mother, Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi.
Dame Mary Amaechi died at the age of 89.
In a statement issued on Friday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described the late matriarch as a woman of strong faith whose life was devoted to family, service and humanity.
The President acknowledged her commitment to the Catholic faith and praised her for raising children who dedicated themselves to public service. He also said her life reflected values that earned her the respect of many people.
“My heartfelt condolences to Rt. Hon. Amaechi, the entire Amaechi family, the Catholic faithful, and the government and people of Rivers State over the loss of Dame Ezinne Amaechi, a champion of faith whose life was marked by humility and selfless service to humanity.
“May Almighty God grant her soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn her passing at this difficult time.”
Tinubu urged the bereaved family to find comfort in the legacy of faith, dignity and service that the late Dame Mary Amaechi left behind, saying her impact would continue to be remembered by her children, the Church and society.
Amaechi’s media office announced her death on Thursday, describing her as a cherished matriarch who united her family through love, peace and unity.
The statement said, “Late Mrs. Mary Amaechi was a cherished matriarch who held her family together in love, peace and unity. She was a community women leader and Christian leader, whose belief and faith in God was firm and resolute. She was loved and highly respected in her community, and will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering support for those around her and beyond.”
The family also expressed appreciation for the messages of sympathy and support they had received since the announcement of her passing.
“Rt Hon. Amaechi and the entire family are profoundly grateful for the outpouring of condolences and love already being shown them during this difficult time,” the statement added.
The family said funeral arrangements would be announced later and appealed for continued prayers and support from friends, supporters and well-wishers.
Amaechi, a former Governor of Rivers State and former Minister of Transportation, is currently the vice presidential candidate of the ADC for the 2027 general election. His mother’s death comes just days after the party’s Lagos State governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, also announced the passing of his mother, Nkechi Stella Rhodes-Vivour.
