President Bola Tinubu has stated that former chairman of defunct National Electoral Commission (NEC), Prof Humphery Nwosu would be remembered for his commitment to a democratic Nigeria.
President Tinubu stated this during the funeral service for the late Professor at St. Mark’s Anglican Church, Ajalli, Orumba North local government area of Anambra State on Friday.
Tinubu who was represented at the funeral by the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, described Prof. Nwosu as a statesman whose sojourn on earth was full of impact and inspiration.
He urged all lovers of his democratic ideals to imbibe the culture of industry, integrity, patriotism and support for the ideals of democracy which were the hallmarks of his public service.
President Tinubu, in a statement by the Special Adviser Media to the Minister, Barr. Orji Uchenna Orji, consoled with the family, government and people of Anambra State on the departure of the former NEC chairman.
“As we mourn the death of Prof Humphery Nwosu, we are invited to celebrate him for his profound accomplishments and personal fulfilments as a public administrator, political scientist, and academics icon.
“We are urged to reflect on his democratic ideals and his sense of commitment to a democratic Nigeria. These are the hallmarks of his life and times that will be cherished beyond this generation,” Tinubu said.
He expressed the unwavering commitment of his Renewed Hope administration in revolutionising the development of the critical sectors of the economy that would stimulate economic growth and national development.
“May I assure Nigerians that the fragile economy we inherited is now alive and on a path of sustainable growth. We have overcome the worst. Our democracy is growing, and I assure Nigerians that my administration will continue to deepen the democracy benefits for the good of all Nigerians,” he assured.
In his remarks, Anambra State governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo said Nwosu would be remembered as an electoral umpire that introduced Option A4 voting, Open Ballot system and conducted one of the freest and fairest general elections in Nigeria’s history.
He urged his family, community, and associates to continue to work to sustain the values that depict his life and times.
