Ex-Rivers gov Rotimi Amaechi’s mother dies at 89

Mary Amaechi, mother of former Minister of Transportation and African Democratic Congress vice-presidential candidate Rotimi Amaechi, has died at the age of 89. The family announced her peaceful passing on Thursday through a statement issued by the Rotimi Amaechi Media Office.

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Late Mrs Mary Amaechi was a cherished matriarch who held her family together in love, peace and unity. She was a community women’s leader and Christian leader, whose beliefs and faith in God were firm and resolute.

The matriarch was remembered as a devoted Christian and a respected community leader known for fostering peace, unity, and service. The statement described her as a cherished figure who held her family together with love and unity. She also served as a community women's leader and a Christian leader, noted for her firm and resolute faith.

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She was “loved and highly respected in her community, and will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering support for those around her and beyond.”

Her family highlighted her role as a beloved and highly respected figure in her community, recalling her warmth, kindness, and unwavering support for those around her. Rotimi Amaechi and his family conveyed their profound gratitude for the outpouring of condolences and support they have received during this difficult time. Details regarding funeral arrangements will be communicated to the public in due course, with the family appreciating continued thoughts and prayers.

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Rt Hon. Amaechi and the entire family are profoundly grateful for the outpouring of condolences and love already being shown to them during this difficult time.