President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday extended his condolences to the family, friends, and associates of a former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dubem Onyia, who died on Monday at 73.
Tinubu conveyed his condolences through a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, titled ‘President Tinubu mourns former Foreign Affairs Minister Dubem Onyia.’
Tinubu described Onyia as a brilliant administrator, accountant and respected political leader.
The deceased hailed from Enugu State in the South-east.
Apart from being a Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, he served as chairman of the International Technical Commission for the National Boundary Commission, the Nigeria Economic Joint Commission, and the Sao Tome and Principe Joint Boundary Commission.
While mourning his passing, Tinubu extolled Onyia’s rich record of service and commitment to nation-building.
“The President describes the former minister as a statesman and patriot, highlighting his contributions to Nigeria’s political development.
“President Tinubu commiserates with the government and people of Enugu State, particularly the Ngwo Community, on the passing of their illustrious son,” the statement read.
The President prayed that God Almighty will grant Onyia’s soul peaceful repose and give solace to his family.
