December 02, (THEWILL) – Cross River state governor, Professor Ben Ayade has lamented the passing of Second Republic Senate President, Dr Joseph Wayas.
Dr. Wayas, a second republic Senate president from Sankwalla, Obanliku LGA in Cross River State died following an undisclosed ailment at a London hospital.
Ayade described his death as a monumental loss to Cross River State in particular and Nigeria as a whole.
In a press statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Christian Ita, Ayade said Dr Wayas left indelible footprints on the sands of time.
“As a state, Cross River is in pain as we mourn the passing of our illustrious son. He was a rare gem. Dr Wayas’ demise is indeed a monumental loss to our dear state and Nigeria.
“As Senate President, Dr Wayas contributed to the deepening of Nigeria’s democratic ethos through his robust and vibrant leadership of the upper legislative chamber.
“And since his retirement from active politics, the former Senate President had been playing a fatherly and stabilising role in the politics and affairs of our state”, Professor Ayade said.
He condoled with Dr Wayas’ family and assured them that his demise is a collective loss and the pains a shared one.
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