President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with the Chief Whip of the Nigerian Senate, Orji Kalu, over the death of his wife, Ifeoma Kalu.
Mr Kalu, who represents Abia North District, announced his wife’s death in a statement on Monday.
Mrs Kalu died at the age of 61, the senator said.
Mr Kalu, in the statement posted on his verified Facebook page, described the late Ifeoma as “a woman of virtue who was committed to the service of God and humanity.”
He said a memorial service in honour of his late wife was scheduled to be held in United States of America.
“Please, remember her and loved ones in prayers at this difficult period,” the senator appealed.
“May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen,” he added.
Buhari’s condolences
Reacting in a statement on Monday by his spokesperson, Femi Adesina, Mr Buhari, while commiserating with Mr Kalu over the loss, asked him and his family members to have trust in God for comfort and care in their “very difficult…
