Buhari Greets Ebenezer Obey At 81, Consoles Uzor Kalu Over Wife’s Death

President Muhammadu Buhari has extended warm greetings to multi-talented musician, Ebenezer Obey, on his 81st birthday, celebrating the talented performer for 66 years of impactful global career, with evergreen signature tunes from the 50’s. 

 This is even as the President also sympathized with former Governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Orji Uzor Kalu, over the death of his wife, Ifeoma Ada kalu, 61. 

In two separate statements by presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina, President Buhari affirms the influence of Obey, known as “Chief Commander”, on the blossoming Nigerian musical industry since he started out at 15 years, bringing a fusion of juju and highlife into a musical band,International Brothers,in 1964, metamorphosing to “International Reformers” in the 70’s.

The President  expressed believes that the revered mentor and teacher expands his reach through sharing knowledge, good works and charity, guiding younger musicians to get training and skills at his musical school, counseling many against destructive habits and providing scholarships for the less privileged, with visits to orphanages and other welfare institutions. 

President Buhari joined the family members, friends, professional colleagues and fans of Obey in appreciating the life-long dedication, diligence and sacrifices that culminated in the successes, and the willingness to always place God at the center.

The President prayed for good health, and more years of blessings for the octogenarian. 

On Uzor Kalu’s family, the President commiserated with Sen. Kalu and Ifeoma’s family, friends and associates, urging trust in God for comfort and care during the very difficult period of pain and deep reflection. 

President Buhari expressed believes that the testimonies of the late wife’s fear of God and charity should provide strength for the family, knowing that she lived well, and served the will of the Almighty.

The President prayed for the repose of her soul, and fortitude for the family to bear the loss.