President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday extended condolences to the family, friends, and associates of Chief Dubem Onyia, former minister of state for Foreign Affairs, who died on Monday at 73.
Onyia was a brilliant administrator, accountant, and respected political leader, who hailed from Enugu State in the South-east, Mr Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Spokesman, said in a statement.
Onyia also 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 him, President Tinubu extolled Onyia’s rich record of service and commitment to nation-building.
The President described the former minister as a statesman and patriot, highlighting his contributions to Nigeria’s political development.
Tinubu commiserated with the government and people of Enugu State, particularly the Ngwo Community, on the death of their illustrious son.
He prayed to God Almighty to grant Onyia’s soul peaceful repose and give solace to his family. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
