Social media reacts to death of Orji Kalu’s wife, Ifeoma Ada

Nigerians on social media have reacted to the death of Mrs. Ifeoma Ada Kalu, wife of Senate Chief Whip Orji Uzor Kalu.

The late Ifeoma died in the United States of America (U.S.A) on Monday, April 3.

The news of her demise was announced by Kalu in a Facebook post.

Ifeoma was 61 years old at the time of her death.


The senator representing Abia North described his late wife as a woman of virtue who was committed to the service of God and humanity.

His post, titled: Transition to Eternal Glory, reads: “With a heavy heart and pain, we announce the passing on to eternal glory of Mrs. Ifeoma Ada Kalu, aged 61 years.

“She was a woman of virtue who was committed to the service of God and humanity.

“Please, remember her and loved ones in prayers at this difficult period.


“May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.”

His post has since generated several reactions on Facebook.

Reacting to Mrs. Kalu’s demise last night, President Muhammadu Buhari expressed his sympathies to the Kalus.

A statement in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, reads: “…The President commiserates with Senator Kalu and Ifeoma’s family, friends and associates, urging trust in God for comfort and care during the very difficult period of pain and deep reflection.

“President Buhari believes the testimonies of the late wife’s fear of God and charity should provide strength for the family, knowing that she lived well, and served the will of the Almighty.

“The President prays for the repose of her soul, and fortitude for the family to bear the loss.”

Also, President-elect Bola Tinubu expressed his sympathy and condolences with Senator Kalu on the passing of his first wife.

“Please, be consoled by the memories of the good times you both shared and the fact that the late Mrs. Ifeoma Kalu lived most of her life in the service of God and humanity,” the President-elect said in a statement yesterday by Mr. Tunde Rahman of his media office.

See how social media reacted

Obidike Chukwuebuka said: "Please accept my sincerely condolences. My heart is with you in this time of pain"

Tony Onyeka commented: "Is this not your wife you put as if she's some one from different world, I remember when you were governor of Abia State I know her as the first lady of Abia state, may your soul rest in peace Ifeoma orji uzor kalu good woman."

Joy Oluigbo wrote: "My school mom ur a great woman a wonderful woman of susbabce who stood by me when I was ur school daughter at Queen's college Enugu one in million an excellent performer whom the whole student loved because she was our school captain and also my house captain of marther house very carrying by all who comes across for her help sister ifeoma as I used to may almighty God receive ur lovery soul rest in peace amen thanks"

IJøma Kãlû commented: "My distinguished Senator you owe this woman noble remarks as your first wife and Abia state first lady no matter what, the remarks in your message is not befitting of her status knowing what she went through when you were the Governor of Abia state. However accept my sincere condolences and may God console you and all affected by her death.."

Sheidu Onuh wrote: "May the good Lord console you and your entire family in trying time. Take heart Sir. She was a good wife and a wonderful mother. May her soul rest in peace. Condolences Sir!"

Ejere K. C. Ejere said: "Okeosisi accept my heartfelt condolences on the demise of your their wife. May the good Lord grant you and your family the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss. May her gentle soul rest in peace Take heart the LORD is your strength."