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Buhari Mourns Anenih

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President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the family of former chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party, Chief Tony Anenih.

The President also condoled with the government and people of Edo State on the passing of the elder statesman.

A statement by the President’s spokesman, Femi Adesina, reads:

President Muhammadu Buhari extends heartfelt condolences to the Anenih family on the death of its beloved patriarch and elder statesman, Chief Anthony Anenih.

President Buhari also commiserates with the government and people of Edo State and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on the passing of their illustrious son and former Chairman, Board of Trustees.

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 affirms 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 prays almighty God to grant Chief Anenih’s soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn the octogenarian.

FEMI ADESINA
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
October 28, 2018

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