Atiku sympathizes with Okonjo-Iweala over loss of brother
By Ishaya Ibrahim
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has commiserated with World Trade Organization Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala over the death of her younger brother, Prince Ikechukwu Okonjo.
Prince Ikechukwu Okonjo, a member of the Umu Obi Obahai royal family of the Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Delta state, died May 30.
In a statement posted Monday on X, formerly Twitter, Abubakar expressed sadness over the death, noting that the loss of a younger sibling is a painful experience.
He said: “Dear Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, @NOIweala, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the recent loss of your beloved younger brother, Prince Ikechukwu Okonjo, who, until his passing, was a respected member of the Umu Obi Obahai royal family of the Ogwashi-Uku kingdom in Delta State. I understand how deeply painful it is to bury a family member.
“My family and I hold you and yours in our thoughts and prayers. May you and your loved ones find strength during this difficult time. We pray that his soul rests in peace.”
