Jarigbe Bids Farewell to Late Senator Joseph Wayas As His Remains Is Laid To Rest

As the remains of the former Nigeria’s Senate President, Dr. Joseph Wayas was finally laid to rest on November 30, 2024, in his country home of Basang, Obanliku Local Government Area of Cross River State, the senator representing Cross River North Senatorial District, Senator Jarigbe Agom was in attendance to pay his last respects to the late statesman.

Dr. Wayas, who passed away on November 30, 2021, in the United Kingdom, was honored with a state ceremony at U. J Esuene Stadium before his remains were transported to Basang for final rites.

Senator Jarigbe, in his condolence message, praised Dr. Wayas’ remarkable contribution to Nigeria’s democracy and development. He highlighted the late icon’s leadership as Senate President during the Second Republic and his commitment to national unity and progress.

“Senator Wayas lived a good life and was there for his people which is why we have all come down to honor him due to his remarkable achievements”, Senator Jarigbe added.

The burial ceremony was attended by dignitaries from across the country, including the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Otu and his deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, former Gov Ben Ayade, Sen Asuquo Ekpenyong, Sen Jones Eteng, the Hon. Minister of State (Industry), Senator John Owan Enor, Senators representing Cross River Central and South Senatorial Districts, member representing Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku and his counterpart of Ogoja/Yala Federal Constituency, former governors, members of the State Executive Council, members of the State House of Assembly, Councils Chairmen, Councillors amongst others.

May the soul of Senator Joseph Wayas rest in peace!