An Abuja based Lawyer and Director of Swift Publishing Company Limited, Bar. Oludotun Sowemimo has extolled the virtues of Nigeria’s former Information Minister, Chief Edwin Clark on the occasion of his 93rd birthday anniversary.
Bar. Oludotun Sowemimo described the nonagenarian as a father, grandfather, great grandfather, Elder statesman, iconic and quintessential who doesn’t hesitate to speak his mind on national issues.
“Chief Clark is a leader, a fearless crusader, educationist, philanthropist, legal luminary, the conscience of the South-South, a politician with track records of service and a national colossus whose sense of unity is anchored on true federalism, Bar. Sowemimo said.
He further said that the Edwin Clark University Kiagbodo which he founded is a legacy of service and dedication which define his personality. Clark’s life is a book, a history of dedication. He is an enigma still unfolding.
“As one of the founders of PANDEF and a staunch supporter of the Amnesty and Rehabilitation programme that brought Peace to the Niger Delta region amidst the threat of economic chaos in the oil and gas sector, Chief Clark remains a detribalized leader with a great sense of humor, intelligence, witty who believes in the unity of Nigeria as a nation.
“While felicitating with you on this joyous occasion, accept my best wishes and deepest goodwill, the statement concluded.
