Nigeria: President Jonathan mourns close Aide

Abuja, Nigeria (PANA) - Outgoing Nigerian President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, is deeply saddened by the death, on Thursday, of his Special Adviser on Research, Documentation and Strategy, Mr. Oronto Douglas, according to a presidency press statement, received here by PANA.

It said: "President Jonathan extends his heartfelt condolences to the Douglas family and the government and people of Bayelsa State on the death of one of their most distinguished sons who served his country, state and the Niger Delta region, passionately and diligently, during his very impactful years on earth.

"Oronto Douglas, who passed away after a protracted battle with cancer, was President Jonathan’s personal aide for close to a decade. The President will always remember him for his passion for work, excellence, inspiring creativity and outstanding commitment to his duties."

The statement said the President remains thankful to God Almighty for the brilliance and resourcefulness that Oronto brought to bear on every assignment as a loyal and dutiful aide during his tenure as Governor of Bayelsa State and as Vice President, Acting President and President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
-0- PANA PR/VAO 9April2015