The final words and moments of the leader of Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), and former federal Minister, Edwin Clark have emerged.
Recall the demise of the former First Republic Minister of Communications was announced on Monday night at the age of 97 years.
However, Clark’s final words before his passing have been revealed by his family.
This was disclosed by the National Chairman of PANDEF, Amb. Godknows Igali and the first child of the elder statesman, Mrs. Rebecca Clark-Okorodudu.
According to them, Clark affirmed his love for Nigeria. Saying, “I am a Nigerian, I love Nigeria, Nigeria is my country, I am proud to be a Nigerian.”
They noted that he also encouraged those he left behind to persevere. This is ad he urged them to continue fighting for a better society.
“Before his death, the South-South leader also warned that no one should mourn when he departs the world.
“He added that there should be a celebration all around.
Clark also advised that anyone who came to his house during the period should be fed.
According to the family, these were what he told those around him last Friday before he could no longer speak. This was before he was rushed to the hospital, where he was admitted when his condition became critical.