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The Senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe, led the leadership of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and other dignitaries to the final burial ceremony of Mr. Rufus Idiege Awu in Utugwang, Obudu LGA.
The Vice Chairman (North), Chief Austin Edibe, Mr. John Ben Onah, Hon. Charles Eneji, Hon. Kjay Agba, Chief Undie Mike, Mr. Julius Udayi were also in attendance.
Delivering his condolence message to the family and people of Obudu LGA, Senator Jarigbe noted that, friendship should be shown in good times and in bad times irrespective of age, class and status.
He extolled Mr. Rufus for his tremendous qualities and support in all his political journeys, adding that “Rufus refused all the financial inducements to compromise the trust and relationship in the last election. He stood by me because of the relationship”, Jarigbe added.
He called for the protection of Rufus’ legacy who served humanity to the best of his ability.
Mr. Rufus was laid to rest in his country home followed by a private meeting between the lawmaker and his immediate family.
May the soul of Rufus Awu rest in peace!
TEAM JARI MEDIA
