In a statement on Sunday by Kola Ologbondiyan, National Publicity Secretary of the party, he said, “Victor Uwaifo PhD, was a highly talented Nigerian, who used his music, intellect and creativity to promote unity and peaceful co-existence as well as our rich cultural heritage as a people.”
According to the statement, Victor Uwaifo placed our nation on the world map when he won the Gold Disc Record with his popular hit, Joromi. “His versatility was further brought to bear as a commissioner in Edo state as well as a lecturer in the University of Benin, Edo State,” the statement said. Ologbondiyan further said PDP was grieved that the legendary Nigerian left the stage at this time when the nation needs his wealth of experience, especially in mentoring the younger generation of Nigerians, is needed the most.
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