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PDP Mourns Passing of its National Woman Leader, Prof. Effah-Attoe

Gloria Thomas, Abuja.

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The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is mourning the passing of its National Woman Leader, Prof. Stella Effah-Attoe, describing it as devastating.

Prof. Effah-Attoe, who was also a one-time chairman of the board of directors of Voice of Nigeria (VON) from 2009-2010, made pivotal contributions towards the growth and development of the nation.

The National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Mr Debo Ologunagba, in a press release said the party and nation had lost one of the best and brightest minds, as “Prof. Effah-Attoe’s death is a huge blow not only to her family but also to the PDP, the academic community, the people of Cross River State and indeed Nigeria.” 
Ologunagba described Prof. Effah-Attoe as very brilliant, towering and magnificent in all spheres, but yet lived an exceptionally humble, pleasant, sociable, gracious, compassionate and loving life, touching lives in many positive ways.
“Prof. Effah-Attoe made pivotal contributions towards the growth and development of the nation.
“She was a dedicated teacher, politician, author and fearless mobilizer, who always stood for the truth; fought for justice, equity and fairness and gave her energy, passion and resources in the pursuit of the rights of women in Nigeria,” said Ologunagba.

Her Accomplishments:

 

“Over the years, as Commissioner for Education and later Commissioner for Information and Culture in Cross River State, member of the Cross River State House of Assembly, member of Governing Board of several Cross River State and Federal Government Agencies and Programmes; a University Professor and one of the most decorated scholars in Nigeria, she distinguished herself as an amazon with extraordinary intellectual capacity for leadership and national service.

“As the National Woman Leader of our great party, she brought in an uncommon intellectual aptitude into party administration, especially in mobilizing women for greater participation in politics and governance. 
“The PDP will always remember her tireless contributions alongside other PDP leaders in the effort to rebrand and strengthen our great party in the build-up to the 2023 general elections in line with the mission to rescue, rebuild and redirect our nation from misrule.

 

“Prof Effah-Attoe’s death has left a huge vacuum in our party, but we take solace in the fact that she lived a devout Christian life, triumphed in her chosen path and left indelible marks in the service of the nation and humanity.

“The PDP commiserates with her immediate family, the people of Ikun in Biase local governnment area of Cross River State, the academic community, the Cross River State chapter of the PDP and the people of Cross River State.

“Our party prays to God to grant us all the fortitude to bear the loss; and to the faithful departed, an eternal rest in His bosom,” a press statement by the PDP read.

Meanwhile, the PDP presidential candidate, Alh. Atiku Abubakar, who was heartbroken by the news, described the party’s National Woman Leader as a beacon of brilliance, who greatly impacted not only her state, Cross River, but also the nation.

“…My deepest condolences to her family, PDP, and the people of Cross River State,” Atiku tweeted.

The PDP vice-presidential candidate and former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, described Prof. Effah-Attoe as a dedicated leader who contributed greatly to the mission of the party to rescue and rebuild Nigeria:

On his part, the Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde said:

“Prof Effah-Attoe was an amiable and straightforward leader, who gave her best to protect the interest of the womenfolk in the PDP and contributed her quota to see to the success of the PDP.

“She will be sorely missed. It’s my prayer that God grants repose to her soul and stand by everyone she left behind.”

As for the PDP Board of Trustees, Prof. Effah-Attoe’s dedication and leadership as the Woman Leader were unparalleled.

“She was a source of strength and inspiration to countless members and a beacon of hope in our quest for progress and inclusivity.

“Her commitment to advancing the cause of women’s rights and empowerment was unwavering, and her legacy will continue to guide our actions and initiatives…

“We remember Prof. Effah-Attoe for her wisdom, kindness, and tireless efforts in advocating for the well-being of women and marginalized communities,” said the PDP Board of Trustees, among many other things.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Women Leader, Dr. Mary Alile-Idele, also expressed sadness at the passing of her counterpart in the PDP and prayed that her memories would bring the party solace and comfort in the days ahead:

 

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