President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the Okonjo royal circle of relatives of Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State, at the passing of Prof. Kamene Okonjo, who died on the age of 96.
Prof. Okonjo was once a prominent pupil, a champion of ladies’s empowerment, and a respected matriarch.
The President in particular commiserates along with her daughter, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-Common of the International Industry Organisation, different members of the family, and the folks of Ogwashi-Uku over the lack of their liked mom, matriarch, and neighborhood chief.
The President describes Prof. Okonjo’s passing because the lack of an achieved instructional whose existence was once outlined by way of highbrow difference, carrier to humanity, and a long-lasting dedication to advancing girls and society.
President Tinubu recognizes her contributions to scholarship and her inspiring instance as a lady who mixed skilled excellence with determination to circle of relatives, neighborhood, and the preservation of conventional establishments.
The President prays that Almighty God will grant the departed everlasting relaxation and luxury the circle of relatives and all who mourn her passing.
Bayo Onanuga
Particular Adviser to the President
(Knowledge & Technique)
October 25, 2026