By Nwabueze Okonkwo

ONITSHA—Vice President Yemi Osinbajo was yesterday at Alor, Idemili   South Local Government Area, Anambra State, where he joined other Nigerians in mourning the passing away of Pa Pius Okonkwo Ngige, the father of the Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Dr Chris Ngige.

Condoling the family at St Mary’s Catholic Church shortly after the thanks-giving   service for the successful burial ceremony, Osinbajo urged the family to take heart, adding that Pa Ngige left a legacy worthy of emulation.

According to him, “the good work of Pa Ngige will speak for him”

The church service was conducted by the Auxiliary Bishop of Onitsha Catholic Archdiocese, Rt. Rev. Isizor Dennis Chidi.

Born 105 years ago, Pa Ngige was known for his love for humanity and   disciplinarian attitude.

In his response   Senator Ngige thanked the VP for making out time to be physically present despite his tight schedule.