Ijaw nationalist and former Federal Commissioner for Information, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, is dead. The prominent South-South leader, died on Monday night, aged 97.
Chief Clark, a former Senator, was leader of Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF).
Details of his last moments are still not available but a statement signed by Prof. C. C. Clark on behalf of the family called for prayers for his loved ones.
“The Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family of Kiagbodo Town, Delta State, wishes to announce the passing of Chief (Dr.) Sen. Edwin Kiagbodo Clark OFR, CON on Monday 17th February, 2025. The family appreciates your prayers at this time. Other details will be announced later by the family,” the statement read.
The family and leaders of the Ijaw National Council are expected to make further announcements today.
