Andy Uba eulogises Ojukwu

Tributes have continued to pour in torrents for the late Biafran leader, Chief Emeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, with the senator representing Anambra South senatorial zone, Dr Andy Uba, expressing shock over the demise of the Ikemba Nnewi who hailed from his zone.

Senator Uba, in a statement issued yesterday, described Ikemba’s death as a great loss to Nigeria.

He said: “He was a great patriot and embodiment of unity among the Igbo and a rallying point for all committed patriots. We would continue to remember him for his valuable contribution to the country.”

Uba said the country had lost an illustrious son, whose contributions to Igbo cause was immeasurable.He lamented that Ikemba died at a time his wise  counsel would have  assisted to build a new and prosperous nation.

“His place is assured in the history of our great nation,  he would be remembered for his forthrightness, zeal, and undying support for the Igbo cause.

“Above all, he was a great patriot and one with uncommon interllectual bent which the younger generation should draw from.

“He would be sourly missed by all men of goodwill. Happily, he left his mark in the sands of time.”

It would be recalled that the former Biafran warlord died in a London hospital over the weekend after a protracted battle against  stroke. He was aged 78