Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said that late Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark was a quintessential leader who remained fearless, speaking against acts of injustice, leadership recklessness and marginalization while also propagating national unity.
Governor Fubara made the comments when he led a delegation of prominent elders, traditional and political leaders of Rivers State to pay a condolence visit to the Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family residence in Abuja on Tuesday.
Governor Fubara stated that late Chief Edwin Clark was not just a South-South leader of repute but truly occupied strategic place in national history for his role in nation-building and pursuit for social justice.
Governor Fubara pointed to the reputable leaders of Rivers State that he had led on the large delegation to identify with the bereaved family, saying they were people who had stood, followed, and delivered on their responsibilities at different times to keep the State safer, progressive and united.
Governor Fubara advised the bereaved family to stay united to honour their late father whose legacy they must protect
Chief Edwin Clark died on the 17th of February, 2025, at 97 years.
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