President Muhammadu Buhari has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Anenih family over the death of its beloved patriarch and elder statesman, Chief Anthony Anenih.
A statement issued by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity), in Abuja on Sunday said President Buhari also commiserated with the government and people of Edo State and the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on the passing of their illustrious son and former Chairman, Board of Trustees.
The statement said: “As a frontline figure in the annals of our country’s political history, the President attests that Chief Anenih lived a life of service, as State Chairman of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN), National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), chieftain of the PDP, and a former Minister of Works.”
“President Buhari affirmed that across the political spectrum of Nigeria, Chief Anenih was known for his strong views on issues pertaining to the unity and stability of the nation.
“The President prayed to God to grant Chief Anenih’s soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn the octogenarian.