Dafinone Mourns Professor Kamene Okonjo, Celebrates Her Legacy of Service

The Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Professor Kamene Okonjo, mother of the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, who died at the age of 96.

In a condolence message, Dafinone extended his heartfelt sympathies to Dr Okonjo-Iweala, His Royal Majesty, Obi Ifechukwude Okonjo II, and the entire Okonjo family of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom, Delta State, over the loss of their matriarch.

The senator described the late Professor Okonjo as a woman whose life was defined by purpose, service and remarkable contributions to society, particularly in scholarship, women’s empowerment and the advancement of humanity.

He noted that her legacy of excellence, compassion and commitment to family would remain a source of inspiration to generations, adding that her passing was a significant loss to her family and all those who valued her contributions to society.

Dafinone particularly commiserated with Dr Okonjo-Iweala and other members of the royal family, acknowledging the pain that accompanies the loss of a beloved mother and matriarch.

While acknowledging the grief occasioned by her death, the senator expressed comfort in the knowledge that Professor Okonjo lived a fulfilled life and left enduring footprints through her service and impact on society.

He prayed that Almighty God would grant the deceased eternal rest and give the Okonjo family the strength, comfort and fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

The senator conveyed the condolences on behalf of his family and the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, extending solidarity to the bereaved family during this difficult period