Pa. Kokori was critical to the enthronement of our current democracy -Omo-Agege

He disclosed that Pa. Kokori as a dogged and fearless struggles was one of the foremost architects of our democracy, a patriot and icon trade unionism who refused to sell Nigeria to promote self interest when the nation as at a cross road, stressing that his legacies will be difficult to forget by a grateful nation.

Senator Omo-Agege, who is also the gubernatorial candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State in this year’s governorship election, expressed his admiration for Chief Kokori’s indomitable spirit, which was showcased during the pro-democracy struggle to establish democracy in Nigeria.

In a personal press statement, Senator Omo-Agege extolled the exceptional leadership qualities of the late elder statesman, emphasizing Chief Kokori’s unwavering dedication to high moral values, overflowing wisdom, and irrepressible spirit, all of which left an indelible impact on the people.

The statement Read:

This morning, our people woke up to the sad news that our leader and father, the irrepressible Chief (Comrade) Frank Ovie Kokori has transited to eternal glory. Pa. Kokori was a worthy statesman, great comrade, foremost patriot and icon of principled trade unionism who was recognised globally as a symbol of good conscience and forthrightness.

2.0. Just recently, many leaders and citizens of goodwill across the nation, including organised labour, commendably rose up to the occasion when news came in that Pa. Kokori was ill. This came about because Pa. Kokori was a profoundly good man who was loved by many for his steadfast and patriotic service to the nation and humanity. He was a clean, worthy leader who refused to sell the good of the nation to promote self. A trusted protector of the interest of the Nigerian worker. A truly great leader of our people.

3.0. Emeritus Comrade Kokori’s high leadership values, including overflowing wisdom and irrepressible spirit, were a huge blessing to our people. He constantly demonstrated uncommon forthrightness in every engagement to offer good governance to our people. He firmly believed that public governance is only meaningful if it makes progressive and sustainable impacts on the lives of the people. He was therefore a huge and ever-present catalyst in our people’s determination to change uninspiring governance narratives for their common good. His zero tolerance for dishonest governance guided all who truly cherish selfless leadership. He was a great mentor to many.

4.0. The memory of Pa. Kokori’s dogged and fearless struggles as one of the foremost architects of our democracy will abide in the consciousness of a grateful nation. We are grateful for his good and worthy life. We thank God for his exemplary life. May the positive values that defined his good life always guide us to do what is right for our people. Good night, Itetebe!

SIGNED:

Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR