The former Governor of Abia State, and senator representing Abia North at the National Assembly, Orji Uzor Kalu says, late Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu was a nationalist, consummate politician, and selfless philanthropist.
Kalu, who is the Chairman, Senate Committee on Privatization, expressed his sadness over the passing of Dr. Ogbannaya Onu who was a pioneer governor of Abia State and former Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, describing him as “a frontline politician and a nationalist with passion for unity and progress of Nigeria, Kalu acknowledged the invaluable contributions of the former Minister to nation building”.
The former Governor while admonishing the Onu family to take solace in the fact that their late patriarch lived a purposeful life, urged the deceased’s children and loved ones to sustain his worthy legacy.
In a condolence message he personally issued, Kalu said, “the demise of former Governor of Abia State, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu is a huge loss to Ndigbo and Nigeria in general.
“The late statesman was a consummate politician and selfless philanthropist who was committed to nation building.
“Having served meritoriously in various capacities in the public sector, his wise counsel on national issues will be greatly missed. He will be remembered for his outstanding leadership qualities.
“The former Governor will be greatly missed” Kalu said and prayed for eternal rest for the late politician.
