Kalu extols ex-NEC chairman, Nwosu

Chairman of the Senate Committee on Privatization and former Governor of Abia State, Dr. Orji Kalu, has described the demise of former Chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC), Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, as a big loss to the country.

Kalu, while extolling the remarkable and unbeatable attributes of the late statesman, applauded the invaluable contributions of the deceased to nation-building in various roles.

The former governor urged leaders to emulate the exemplary and outstanding leadership qualities of the late Nwosu, adding that the deceased should be immortalised by the federal government for his patriotism during his stint as Chairman of NEC and thereafter.

In a condolence message, Kalu commiserated with the government and people of Anambra State over the sad loss.

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He said, “I received with pain the news of the demise of the former Chairman of NEC.

“The late statesman played prominent roles in social, economic, and political development. During his stint as Chairman of NEC, he maintained a high level of integrity in his endeavours.

“The late Nwosu will be remembered for his patriotism and commitment to a fair and just society.

“I call on the Nwosu family to uphold the legacies of the deceased.” Kalu prayed for eternal bliss for the departed soul.