David Mark mourns Clark, Adebanjo

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Former President of the Senate, David Mark, has described the demise of two elder statesmen and patriots, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, and Pa Ayo Adebanjo, as a great loss to the entire nation.

Mark in a statement in Kano on Tuesday by his Media Adviser, Paul Mumeh, emphasised that “their demise marks the end of an era, thus, creating a void in Nigeria’s socio-political landscape.”

Mark described Clark and Adebanjo as the “last of the conscience of the nation, who tirelessly fought for a progressive Nigeria of equal opportunities for all.

“Both elder statesmen were united in their quest for an egalitarian society, free from oppression and marginalisation,” he said.

Mark said that their exit was painful, especially at this time when Nigeria needs men of good conscience and valour to address the numerous challenges.

He said Clark and Adebanjo might not have seen a Nigeria of their dreams but they have laid a solid foundation for future growth and development.

Mark urged the President Bola Tinubu led Federal Government, to immortalise the duo for their selfless services and contributions to Nigeria.

He hoped that the ideals of patriotism, equal opportunities, unity, peace and progress which the departed elder statesmen advocated would inspire Nigeria’s future growth.

He also consoled the immediate families, governments, and people of Ogun and Delta just as he urged them to find solace in the credible legacies left behind by the departed elder statesmen.