[Press Release] The President, the Executive Committee Members, and the entire membership of Urhobo Leadership Forum Abuja are saddened to learn of the passing of Chief E k Clark.
He died on Monday 17th, February, after a long and colourful life. He was aged 97.
Chief EK Clark symbolized the struggle of the Niger-Delta people, and in the last thirty years of his life, became a powerful voice, reminding citizens and government of how far we have strayed from the federalist vision.
He rallied relentlessly for fairness and equity without ever losing faith in a strong and united Nigeria.
He kept leadership under jealous scrutiny, and even though his language was often vivid, his earnestness conveyed no malice. What he pursued was ethical governance and was not afraid of making enemies in the process.
He served our country in various incarnations: as a lawyer; as an advocate; as a regionalist champion; as a foremost leader of his race and as fighter for justice. In a land where veneration seems to have replaced honest questioning, the challenging voice of this sage will be sorely missed.
We at the Urhobo Leadership Forum Abuja have associated closely with him over the years. We salute his life and courage, his wisdom and contributions to our Forum, the Niger Delta, and our national life at different levels.
We commiserate with his immediate family and the Bekederomo dynasty of Kiagbodo, his lineage of Urhobo, Isoko and Itsekiri Nations and the entire NigerDelta Region.
May his exemplary life of selfless service serve as a beacon of hope for generations and generations unborn.
May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen
Olorogun (Dr) Peter Igho MFR President
17 February 2025
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