ADC mourns Amaechi’s mother, prays for family

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has extended its deepest condolences following the death of Mrs. Mary Amaechi, mother of the party's vice-presidential candidate and former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi.

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The African Democratic Congress extends its deepest condolences to our Vice Presidential Candidate, His Excellency Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, CON, on the passing of his beloved mother, Mrs Mary Amaechi. We also extend our sympathies to the entire Amaechi family as they mourn the loss of a matriarch whose love, guidance and strength helped shape generations.

The opposition party remembered Mrs. Amaechi as a matriarch whose love, guidance, and sacrifices significantly shaped generations. The ADC offered prayers for strength and comfort to the bereaved family during this difficult time.

This expression of sympathy comes as political leaders, associates, and supporters continue to offer their condolences to Amaechi, who also served as the former Minister of Transportation. In Nigerian culture, the passing of a family matriarch is often a significant event, drawing tributes that celebrate her influence on her family and community.

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A mother’s influence reaches far beyond the walls of her home. It is reflected in the values she imparts, the sacrifices she makes, and the lives she leaves better than she found them. While the pain of such a loss cannot be measured, we hope the Amaechi family will find comfort in a life well lived, in cherished memories, and in the prayers of millions of Nigerians who mourn with them today

The ADC's National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, issued a statement emphasizing that a mother's legacy is reflected in the values she instills and the sacrifices she makes. The party conveyed hope that the Amaechi family finds solace in a life well-lived and in the shared grief of millions of Nigerians. The ADC leadership and members nationwide prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased and divine strength for her family.

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On behalf of our National Chairman, Senator David Mark, GCON, the National Working Committee, and members of our great Party across the country, we pray that Almighty God grants Mrs Mary Amaechi eternal rest, and grants her family strength, comfort and peace in the days ahead.