Edwin Clark Was Prominent Figure in Nigeria’s Political Landscape -Deputy Speaker, Kalu 

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu has mourned the death of Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, a renowned Ijaw leader and elder statesman.

Describing Clark’s demise as a huge loss to the nation, the Deputy Speaker in a statement remarked that he was a prominent figure in Nigeria’s political landscape, particularly in the Niger Delta region where he was also the leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF).

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Kalu extolled Clark’s candour and independent mindedness, saying that the late former Federal Commissioner of Information was widely known for his courage to bare his mind on issues of national significance without fear or favour.

The Deputy Speaker also applauded Clark’s modest contributions to the development of Ijaw nation and Nigeria at large, noting his stance on critical issues of resource control and restructuring.

“Clark’s passing is a significant loss, not only for his family, immediate community or Ijaw nation in the Niger Delta but also for the nation.

“He was very outspoken on issues of his personal conviction and of national significance. For all I knew about him, the late Elder Statesman impacted lives. He also impacted the Niger Delta region and the country at large.

“His legacy as a champion of justice, equity, and freedom will be remembered and honored. Indeed, he will be greatly missed.”

Commiserating with Clark’s family, the government, people of Delta State and the Ijaw nation in general, Kalu also prayed for the repose of the soul of the deceased.