*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expresses profound sorrow over the passing of Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi, mother of Rt. Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, former Governor of Rivers State and ex-Minister for Transportation, stating the late matriarch’s life reflected the virtues of love, sacrifice, kindness, and perseverance, qualities that endeared her to many
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi, the beloved mother of Rt. Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, former Governor of Rivers State and ex-Minister for Transportation.
Family sources revealed late Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi died at 89.
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President Tinubu, in a statement Friday, July 17, 2026, acknowledged the deceased’s commitment to the Catholic faith, her exemplary devotion to family values, and her dedication to raising children of service.
The Nigerian President also noted the late matriarch’s life reflected the virtues of love, sacrifice, kindness, and perseverance, qualities that endeared her to all who came in contact with her.
Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a statement Friday, July 17, 2026, also said President Tinubu urged the bereaved family to take solace in the remarkable legacy of faith, dignity, and service that Dame Mary Amaechi bequeathed to her children, the Church, and society.
The Nigerian leader stated: “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.”