Professor Chukwuma Soludo mourns the passing of former Governor of Anambra State late Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeife, CON, who died on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at the age of 85 years.
ANN reports that late Ezeife passed on at the Federal Medical Centre, Abuja.
In a release from Mr. Christian Aburime, Press Secretary to Anambra State Governor, Soludo describe Ezeife as a scholar, a visionary, and a man of deep compassion, his gentle demeanour and thoughtful counsel endeared him to all, regardless of political affiliation.
“He was a bridge-builder, a voice of reason, and a tireless advocate for the unity and progress of Anambra State and Nigeria as a whole.
“His departure leaves a void that will be difficult to fill. However, we find solace in the knowledge that his legacy of service, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the common good will continue to inspire us all.
“On behalf of the government and good people of Anambra State, Governor Soludo extends his deepest condolences to Dr. Ezeife’s family and loved ones.
Fondly called ‘Okwadike’, Ezeife was elected Governor of Anambra State on the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) between January 1992 and November 1993 during the aborted Third Republic.
As a Harvard-trained economist, Dr. Ezeife once served with resolute dedication and integrity as a Federal Permanent Secretary, leaving behind a legacy of excellence in public service.
As the first civilian Governor of Anambra State, he navigated the complexities of post-military rule with wisdom and foresight, laying the foundation for the vibrant state we know today.
He once served as a Political Adviser to the former President Olusegun Obasanjo, just as he was also a Presidential Aspirant.
