Dele Cole stood firmly with Niger Delta aspirations, Ibori mourns
Former Delta State Governor, James Ibori, has mourned the death of prominent Niger Delta leader, Dele Cole, praising his commitment to resource control. Read More: https://punchng.com/dele-cole-stood-firmly-with-niger-delta-aspirations-ibori-mourns/
Former Delta State Governor, Chief James Ibori, has mourned the passing of influential Niger Delta leader, Dele Cole, describing him as a staunch supporter of resource control and true federalism. Cole, born on August 4, 1940, in Abonnema, Rivers State, died in London at the age of 86. In a statement on Sunday, Ibori paid tribute to Cole, praising his unwavering commitment to the Niger Delta cause and his loyalty to the region.
Despite his position as a Special Adviser in former President Olusegun Obasanjo's administration, Cole remained dedicated to the interests of his people, Ibori noted. The statement, titled "PDC: So Long My Leader," highlighted Cole's significant role in advocating for true federalism and resource control. Ibori emphasized that Cole's political choices were guided by a deep conviction that the aspirations of the Niger Delta people deserved protection.
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