Dakuku Peterside mourns Senator Mpigi, describes death as painful loss
News Dakuku Peterside mourns Senator Mpigi, describes death as painful loss Published on February 20, 2026 By Ifunanya Obeme-Ndukwe googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr Dakuku Peterside, has expressed sadness over the death of Senator Barry Mpigi, who represented Rivers South-East Senatorial District at the 10th Senate. Dr Peterside described the late senator as a committed public servant whose contributions to Rivers State and the Niger Delta would not be forgotten. In a statement by his media team, he said Senator Mpigi was a grassroots politician who stayed closely connected to his constituents and showed dedication to the principles of representative democracy. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); He added that the late senator’s passion for public service, humility, and dedication to the welfare of his people set him apart during his time in the Senate and other public roles. Dr Peterside extended his condolences to the Mpigi family and the people of Rivers South-East. “At this moment of grief, I pray that God grants his family, loved ones, and constituents the strength to bear this irreparable loss. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” he concluded. Don't Miss Ogun govt moves cautiously on death penalty- Attorney General You may like Dakuku Peterside kicks against resumption of oil exploration in Ogoni land PDP primary: Wike wasted N30bn Rivers money, should submit to Atiku – Dakuku Peterside alleges Supreme Court affirms N6bn damages against Dakuku Peterside for defaming ex-Rivers Governor, Odili 2023: Wike turned himself to god, can’t pay retirees in Rivers – Dakuku Peterside APC crisis: Dakuku Peterside cries as court declares Aguma authentic Chairman COVID-19: Wike showing dictatorial tendencies- Dakuku Peterside