Former Vice President and 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has expressed sympathy to the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, following the death of her younger brother, Prince Ikechukwu Okonjo.
In a condolence message shared via his X account on Monday, Atiku described the loss as deeply painful and extended his heartfelt condolences to the former Nigerian finance minister and her family.
According to Atiku, Prince Ikechukwu Okonjo was a respected member of the Umu Obi Obahai royal family of the Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Delta State before his passing.
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“Dear Dr (Mrs) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the recent loss of your beloved younger brother, Prince Ikechukwu Okonjo, who, until his passing, was a respected member of the Umu Obi Obahai royal family of the Ogwashi-Uku kingdom in Delta State. I understand how deeply painful it is to bury a family member,” Atiku wrote.
The former vice president said he and his family would continue to keep the WTO chief and her loved ones in their thoughts and prayers during the period of mourning.
“My family and I hold you and yours in our thoughts and prayers. May you and your loved ones find strength during this difficult time. We pray that his soul rest in peace,” he added.
The condolence message has attracted reactions from supporters and sympathisers who joined Atiku in praying for the repose of the deceased and comfort for the Okonjo family.