The Senator representing Delta North at the National Assembly, Prince Ned Munir Nwoko, has described as a huge loss to Delta and Nigeria the death of former Delta State Deputy Governor, Prof. Amos Agbe Utuama SAN.
Senator Nwoko stated that the departed Prof Utuama was a humble and respectful politician despite achieving so much as a legal luminary and a renowned educationist.
In a tribute to Utuama, who died at 77, Senator Nwoko said he was selfless in the service of the state as Deputy governor under the administration of Dr.Emmanuel Uduaghan between 2007-2015.
He stated that the late Professor Utuama as a legal luminary, outstanding academic and proficient administrator, helped in stabilizing Delta on the path of peace,social cohesion and sustainable development
“Delta lost an illustrious son.The former Deputy governor of Delta state ,His Excellency, Professor Amos Utuama would be remembered for his invaluable footprints in Nigeria ‘s law profession, education , democracy and governance.He was humble and respectful even in his towering status.
“I can attest that late Professor Utuama led exemplary life. He was elected Deputy Governor under the People’s Democratic Party ,PDP, but he was fair and just beyond boundaries.
” On behalf of my political supporters and the entire people of Delta North ,Anioma, I extend heartfelt condolence to his immediate family and the people of Otu-jeremi community,in Ughelli south local government area for the loss of this statesman,scholar and role model”, Senator Nwoko stated.
