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Victor Uwaifo: Orbih, Kalu Mourn
The national vice chairman, South-South, of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Dan Orbih and Senate Chief Whip, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu have mourned the death of music maestro, Sir Victor Uwaifo.
The two in separate statements paid tribute to the illustrious achievements by the accomplished musician.
Orbih in a statement made available to GreenWhiteGreen GWG said:
“I received the shocking news of the loss of my friend, a legendary musician and an icon of Benin arts and culture Prof. Victor Uwaifo.
“Professor Victor Uwaifo, was an illustrious son of Edo state who made us so proud with his music and phenomenal talent which put Edo in the world map of music.
“I pray that God almighty will grant the Uwaifo family, the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.”
Kalu on his part described the passing of Sir Victor Uwaifo as a huge loss to the entertainment industry and Nigeria in general.
He extolled the virtues of the Nigerian guitarist and urged upcoming musicians to embrace the good deeds of the deceased.
The former governor of Abia added that the late philosopher carved a niche for himself in the entertainment industry.
While commiserating with the government and people of Edo, Kalu admonished the Uwaifo family to sustain the good legacies of their late patriarch.
He prayed to God to repose the soul of the popular musician.
“The demise of renowned artist, guitarist, music maestro and philosopher, Sir Victor Uwaifo, is a big loss to the nation.
“He was a music icon who committed his skills and resources to the promotion of the entertainment industry and national development.
“The late musician was popular beyond the shores of Nigeria.
“He won numerous awards locally and internationally for his accomplishments in music, humanity and other facets of life.
“The late Uwaifo was successful in all ramifications.
“He lived a remarkable and purposeful life dedicated to humanity,” he said.
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