Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has expressed condolences to the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, following the death of her mother, Mrs Kamene Okonjo, at the age of 96.
Kamene Okonjo reportedly died on Friday after a life devoted to her family and service. She was married for 66 years to the late Professor Chukwuka Okonjo, a former traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku in Delta State.
In a condolence statement issued on Monday through his Chief Press Secretary, Ukoha Njuko-Ukoha, Otti described the loss as deeply personal to him and the people of Abia State.
The governor noted that no level of achievement, honour or international recognition could replace the love, comfort and support of a mother.
He described the deceased as a moral guide, teacher, confidante and prayer warrior whose values of integrity, hard work, excellence, compassion and service helped shape her daughter’s contributions to humanity.
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Otti also praised Okonjo-Iweala’s achievements on the global stage, describing her as a source of pride to Abia State, the Igbo people, Nigeria and the international community.
He acknowledged the close bond between the WTO chief and her late mother, noting that their relationship reflected the enduring influence of maternal love and guidance.
The governor prayed for God’s comfort and strength for Okonjo-Iweala and her family as they mourned their loss. He also urged them to take solace in the fulfilled life and enduring legacy of the deceased.
He expressed confidence that the values Mrs Kamene Okonjo instilled in her family would continue to inspire future generations.
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