President Muhammadu Buhari has extended heartfelt condolences to the Anenih family over the death of its beloved patriarch and elder statesman, Chief Anthony Anenih.
President Buhari also commiserated with the government and people of Edo State and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on the passing of the former minister and former Chairman, Board of Trustees.
President Buhari described Chief Anenih in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on
Media & Publicity,Femi Adesina as a frontline figure in the annals of Nigeria ’s political history, the President attested that Chief Anenih lived a life of service, as State Chairman of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN), National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), chieftain of the PDP, and a former Minister of Works.
President Buhari however affirmed that across the political spectrum of Nigeria, Chief Anenih was known for his strong views on issues pertaining to the unity and stability of the nation.
The President prayed Almighty God to grant Chief Anenih’s soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn the octogenarian.