President Bola Tinubu has expressed sorrow over the death of Dame EzinneAmaechi, mother of former Rivers State Governor and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi.

In a statement on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described the late matriarch, who died at the age of 89, as a woman of deep faith whose life was marked by love, sacrifice and selfless service.

The President said Dame Amaechi was devoted to the Catholic faith, upheld strong family values and raised children committed to public service.

He noted that her life reflected virtues of kindness, perseverance and humility, which endeared her to many.

“My heartfelt condolences to Rt. Hon. Amaechi, the entire Amaechi family, the Catholic faithful, and the government and people of Rivers State over the loss of Dame Ezinne Amaechi, a champion of faith whose life was marked by humility and selfless service to humanity.

“May Almighty God grant her soul eternal rest and comfort all who mourn her passing at this difficult time”, the President said.

Tinubu urged the bereaved family to take solace in the legacy of faith, dignity and service she left behind, describing her contributions to her family, the Church and society as enduring.