By Victoria Onyisi
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, on Thursday expressed profound sorrow over the death of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu, describing it as a significant loss to the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology and the nation.
Mr. ATUORA Obed, the Deputy Director, of Public Affairs and Communications in the Ministry quoted the Minister as commending Onu as a visionary and dedicated administrator whose remarkable contributions have notably advanced the Innovation, Science, and Technology sector in Nigeria.
The Minister he said made the remarks following his visit to the late Minister’s residence in Abuja.
According to ATUORA, the Minister reminisced about Onu’s tenure as the Minister from November 2015 to May 2022, a period marked by significant achievements within the sector.
The Ministry, Nnaji noted, is in mourning, reflecting on the loss of a disciplined and passionate leader whose integrity and dedication have left an indelible mark on the IST landscape.
He also extended a call to the Ministry’s staff and all Nigerians to uphold Onu’s exemplary commitment to the nation and to continue striving for its success.
To Onu’s family, he conveyed his condolences, asserting that Dr. Onu’s impactful and fulfilled life should offer them some solace during this difficult time.