Bethel Amadi, describing his demise as a big loss to Imo State.
Speaking during the funeral rites of the Ikeduru-born federal Lawmaker,
Irona expressed shock at his sudden death, even as he prayed God to
console his family.
“News of the death of Rt. Hon. Bethel Amadi came to me like a shock.
Initially, I doubted it, until when I got confirmations. The truth is that
Imo has lost a great son, a legislative icon and a good governance
advocate. He is a strong believer in the “Rebuild Imo” Project and
believed strongly in the new and unfolding Imo. He left at a time his
invaluable experience and contributions would have counted so much. I pray
that the good Lord consoles the family, Ikeduru Local Government, Imo
State and of course, Nigeria and Africa at large.”
“Bethel was a strong believer in good governance, due process and the rule
of law. He was a strong defender of justice, never liked or supported
oppression of any sort. He was so determined to take the dividends of
democracy to the door steps of his people and his people loved him so
much. You can see for yourself, the caliber of persons here. Governors
-serving and former, lawmakers, members of the State and federal
executive, businessmen and ladies, and people from all walks of life,
bearing witness to the late Bethel’s outstanding qualities. He had
excellent human relations skills and treated all around him fairly. He was
a good family man and Christian. Indeed, a great man is lost.”
Continuing, Irona commended the Imo State Governor-elect, Rt. Hon. Emeka
Ihedioha over his decision to immortalize the late federal legislator,
describing it as a mark of respect and step in the right direction, even
as he urged other public office holders to live exemplary lives in order
to be remembered when they are no more.