Senator describes late matriarch as a symbol of scholarship, women’s empowerment and service to humanity
Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has expressed condolences to the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and the entire Okonjo family over the death of their matriarch, Professor Kamene Okonjo, who died at the age of 96.
Dafinone, in a condolence message, described the late professor as a woman of remarkable purpose and impact whose contributions to scholarship, women’s empowerment and service to humanity had left an enduring legacy.
He noted that her life was marked by excellence, compassion and devotion to family, adding that her achievements would continue to inspire generations.
The senator particularly sympathised with Dr Okonjo-Iweala, His Royal Majesty, Obi Ifechukwude Okonjo II, and other members of the Okonjo family over the loss.
While acknowledging the pain of losing a loved one, Dafinone said the knowledge that the deceased had lived a fulfilled life and left lasting footprints in society should provide some comfort to the bereaved family.
“While her passing is a profound loss, there is comfort in the knowledge that she lived a fulfilled life and left lasting footprints in society,” he said.
On behalf of his family and the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, the senator prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased’s soul and asked God to grant the family the strength and fortitude to bear the loss.
Professor Kamene Okonjo’s passing marks the end of a remarkable life devoted to scholarship, family and service to humanity, according to the condolence message issued by the senator.
