Nigeria’s Senate Chief Whip, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has lost his wife, Mrs Ifeoma Ada Kalu.

Kalu, in a Facebook post said the wife died at the age of 61.

The former Governor of Abia State, who is currently representing Abia North Senatorial District, wrote:

“With a heavy heart and pain, we announce the passing on to eternal glory of Mrs Ifeoma Ada Kalu aged 61 years.

“She was a woman of virtue who was committed to the service of God and humanity.

“A memorial service in her honour is scheduled to hold in the United States of America (USA).

“Please remember her and loved ones in prayers during this difficult period.

“May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.” NewsOrient reports that many Nigerians, including President Muhammadu Buhari, have sent condolence messages to the senator and members of his family.

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