Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has lost his wife, Mrs Ifeoma Ada Kalu.
The Senate Chief Whip and former Abia governor, announced this in a social media post on Monday.
“With a heavy heart and pain, we announce the passing on to the eternal glory of Mrs Ifeoma Ada Kalu aged 61.
“She was a woman of virtue who was committed to the service of God and humanity. A memorial service in her honour is scheduled to hold in the United States of America.”
He urged the public to remember Mrs Ifeoma and her loved ones in prayers during this difficult period.
Kalu married Ms. Ifeoma Ada Menakaya in December 1989, and their union was blessed with four children: Neya Uzor Kalu, Michael Uzor Kalu, Olivia Uzor Kalu and Nicole Uzor Kalu.
The lawmaker is among those gunning for the Senate President’s seat in the 10th assembly