Chief Edwin Clark, a prominent Ijaw leader and elder statesman, has passed away at the age of 96. The news of his demise was confirmed by his family in a brief statement released on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
The statement, signed by his brother, Prof. C. C. Clark, and his son, Penawei Clark, on behalf of the family, read: “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, February 17, 2025. The family appreciates your prayers at this time. Other details will be announced later by the family.”
Chief Clark, a former National Commissioner and respected political figure, was known for his unwavering commitment to the development of the Niger Delta region and his advocacy for justice and equity in Nigeria. His death marks the end of an era for the Ijaw nation and the country at large.
The family has requested privacy as they mourn their loss and prepare to release further details about funeral arrangements. Tributes have begun pouring in from across the nation, with many remembering Chief Clark as a fearless leader and a voice for the marginalized.
Chief Edwin Clark’s legacy as a statesman and champion of the Niger Delta will undoubtedly endure, as Nigeria reflects on his remarkable life and contributions to the nation.
