Former minister of information & foremost nationalist, elder statesman Pa Edwin Clark dies at 97 years

The Ijaw leader, Chief Edwin Clark, is dead.

The family confirmed his demise in a terse statement.

The former National Commissioner died at 97.

The statement was signed by his brother Prof. C. C. Clark and son Penawei Clark for the children.

The statement reads: “The Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family of Kiagbodo Town, Delta State, wishes to announce the passing of Chief (Dr.) Sen. Edwin Kiagbodo Clark OFR, CON on Monday 17th February , 2025.

“The family appreciates your prayers at this time.