***As Akpabio, Barau, Kalu express grief
The Nigerian Senate on Saturday announced the Demise of Senator Ifeanyi Uba, who until his passing represented the Anambra South Senatorial District.
The late business tycoon, football administrator turned politician, died at the age of 53 in London.
A statement by the Senate’s Spokesman, Senator Yemi Adaramodu said,
“It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that the Nigeria Senate announces the passing of our esteemed colleague, Senator Ifeanyi Uba.
“Senator Uba was an exemplary leader, a committed public servant, and an indefatigable advocate for his constituents. His untimely departure represents a significant loss to the Senate, his community, and the nation at large.
“Prior to his illustrious career in public service, Senator Ifeanyi Uba distinguished himself as a prominent businessman and philanthropist.
Adaramodu explained that as the founder and CEO of Capital Oil and Gas Industries Limited, senator Uba made substantial contributions to Nigeria’s energy sector, fostering economic growth and creating numerous job opportunities.
“Through the Ifeanyi Uba Foundation, his philanthropic endeavors provided scholarships, healthcare, and vital support to the less privileged, profoundly impacting countless lives.
“Throughout his tenure in the Senate, Senator Uba demonstrated unwavering dedication to the progress and development of Anambra South and Nigeria as a whole. He was a beacon of hope, a champion of economic empowerment, and a steadfast supporter of legislative reforms aimed at improving the lives of all Nigerians.
In expressing his condolences, the Senate President, Godswill
Akpabio, remarked, “Senator Ifeanyi Uba ⁷ a d¹dicated and passoate legislator whose contbutions have left an indelible mark on our nation.
“His commitment to his constituents and his work in the Senate were exemplary. He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.”
“The Nigeria Senate extends our deepest sympathies to Senator Uba’s family, friends, and constituents. We also offer our heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of Anambra State.
“We pray that they find strength and solace in the legacy of service and ddicaon he leaves behind. His memory will forever remain in our hearts, and his contributions to our nation’s progress will continue to inspire us all.”
This was just as Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has described the demise of the senator representing Anambra South senatorial zone and Chairman of Capital Oil Group, Dr Ifeanyi Ubah as a huge shock and loss to Nigeria as a whole.
The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, described the late Anambra politician as a patriotic Nigerian par excellence, who worked hard to enhance the standard of living of the people of his senatorial district and beyond.
He said the late lawmaker would be remembered for his commitment to the Nigerian project through his various contributions at the Senate, sport and the business community.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of my friend, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, the people of the Anambra South Senatorial District and the entire people of Anambra State over his demise today. May God grant them the strength to bear this irreparable loss. He was an excellent lawmaker, business tycoon, and football administrator, who contributed immensely to addressing the challenges facing our country,” he said.
The former governor, while extolling the virtues of the deceased, stressed that the chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) was a patriotic and detribalized Nigerian with passion for a prosperous and better Nigeria.
Applauding the worthy legacies of the late businessman , Kalu admonished family members, friends and associates of the deceased to sustain the good deeds of Ubah, noting that the former senator contributed immensely to the economic, social and political development of Nigeria.
In his tribute, the Abia North representative, commiserated with the people and government of Anambra state adding that the late business mogul was a notable figure beyond politics and business.
He said: “ My heart goes out to Ubah’s family, ndi Nnewi, Anambra South constituents, the good people of Anambra state, the government of Anambra state and my colleagues in the senate for the loss of our dearest friend and brother, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. It’s a lot to deal with the shock of the news and pain of the loss. His death is a very big loss to Nigeria.
“The deceased played various roles in nation building as a businessman , philanthropist, politician and publisher. The late senator was dogged, ebullient, humble, consistent and full of energy.
“His invaluable contributions to the growth and development of Nigeria are worthy of commendation and emulation. The late business mogul, no doubt, will forever be remembered for his good legacies.”
Kalu, who also extended his sincere condolences to the Anambra South Constituency and Indigenes of Nnewi prayed to God to rest the soul of Ifeanyi Ubah and give the deceased’s family the fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss