President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to the government and people of Bayelsa State over the passing of Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.
In a statement yesterday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President described the late Ewhrudjakpo as a diligent and selfless public servant who served Bayelsa State and Nigeria with patriotism and commitment.
President Tinubu extended his heartfelt sympathies to Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, as well as to the deceased’s wife, Mrs. Beatrice Ewhrudjakpo, his children, family members, friends, and associates who worked closely with him during his years in public service.
The President recalled the late deputy governor’s distinguished career, noting that Ewhrudjakpo had served as Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure in Bayelsa State before being elected senator representing Bayelsa West.
The President stressed that Ewhrudjakpo’s contributions to the development of Bayelsa State were evident in the infrastructure projects he supervised and the role he played in lawmaking and policy shaping during his tenure in the National Assembly.
President Tinubu urged the government and people of Bayelsa State to preserve and uphold the legacy of the late deputy governor, whose service left a lasting imprint on the state’s development trajectory.
He also offered prayers for the repose of Ewhrudjakpo’s soul and asked God to grant comfort and strength to his grieving family, the government, and the entire people of Bayelsa State at this difficult time.