Minister of State for Power, Goddy Jedy-Agba, has announced the death of his mother, Gertrude Jedy-Agba.
A statement from the minister’s media office on Wednesday said she passed on in the early hours of April 19 after a protracted illness.
“It is with a huge sense of loss, but with gratitude to God for a life well spent that we announce the death of Mrs. Gertrude Amokeye Jedy-Agba fondly known as Mama Nurse, mother of the Honourable Minister of State, Power, Goddy Jedy-Agba, OFR,” the statement said.
“Late Mrs Gertrude Jedy-Agba was the wife of the Paramount Ruler of Obudu, Cross River State, HRH Uti Joseph Davies Agba, Uti Itedem III, of Ukpirinyi, Utugwang.
“She is survived by 7 children, 20 grandchildren and one great grandchild.”
The statement also said that in line with the Federal Government lockdown and directive on social distancing occasioned by the coronavirus pandemic, there would be no physical condolence gathering.
“Condolence messages may be sent via telephone calls, text messages, electronic mail and social media platforms,” it said.
“Funeral arrangements will be announced subsequently. We urge family and friends to pray for the peaceful repose of her soul.”
