Nigeria former vice president, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar has taken to his social media handle to condole with the former governor of Abia state and Chief Whip of the Nigerian Senate, Orji Kalu, over the passing of his wife, Ifeoma Kalu.
Expressing sympathy, the former vice president wrote, “I am deeply heartbroken by the news of Mrs Ifeoma Kalu’s passing. A loving wife, mother, and pillar of strength, her radiant spirit touched countless lives.
“My heartfelt condolences to her dear husband—the Senate Chief Whip and former governor of Abia State, Senator Orji Kalu and his family during this time of immense sorrow. May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace. -AA”
Senator Kalu, who represents Abia North District, announced the death of his wife who died at the age of 61, via his verified Facebook page on Monday, 3rd April.