Orji Uzor Kalu loses wife

Ifeoma, the wife of Orji Uzor Kalu, a former governor of Abia state, is dead.

Kalu, the chief whip of the senate, announced the passing of his wife on his Facebook page on Monday. She was 61.

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

“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 at this difficult period.

“May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.”

Kalu, the chief whip of the senate, announced the passing of his wife on his Facebook page on Monday. She was 61.