Edwin Clark’s Funeral Details Confirmed: A Solemn Tribute To The National Ico

The late elder statesman and former federal Commissioner for Information, Edwin Clark, will be laid to rest on May 13, 2025, in his hometown of Kiagbodo, located in the Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Clark, a prominent leader in the South-South region and a Senator during the Second Republic, passed away on February 17, 2025, in Abuja.

The burial details were announced by his eldest son, Penaowei Clark, during a brief ceremony at the residence of the late PANDEF leader in Kiagbodo. The ceremony was attended by several prominent individuals, including the Pere of Mein Kingdom, HRM Samuel Fuludu, Ogiogio II, the Head of the Clark family, Prof. C.C. Clark, Delta State Commissioner for the Directorate of Riverine Infrastructure Development Chief Ebikeme Clark, and other family members.

According to a statement from Penaowei Clark, the burial schedule will begin on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, with a lecture in honor of Pa. Clark at the NAF Conference Centre & Suites in Abuja at 11 am.

Other key events include:

• Thursday, May 8, 2025: A Valedictory session in honor of Pa. Clark at the Senate Chamber at 11 am.

• Friday, May 9, 2025: A Day of Tribute at NAF Conference Centre & Suites, Abuja, at 3 pm.

• Saturday, May 10, 2025: Wrestling contest in Yenagoa and a Service of Songs at St. James’ Anglican Church, Asokoro, Abuja, at 5 pm.

• Sunday, May 11, 2025: Boat Regatta in Port Harcourt, Masquerade, and Candlelight Memorial in Kiagbodo, Yenagoa, and Abuja, from 7 pm to 8 pm.

• Monday, May 12, 2025: Commendation service at the National Christian Centre, Abuja, at 8 am, followed by a Valedictory Court Session at the High Court of Justice, Warri, Delta State, at 10 am. The body will then depart from Abuja to Yenagoa, with further services in Bayelsa and Delta State.

• Tuesday, May 13, 2025: Lying in state at Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo, from 10 am to 10:30 am, followed by a Commendation Service at 10:30 am. The funeral service will take place at 11 am, followed by a reception at 1 pm, and the internment at 5 pm. An all-night vigil will be held.