The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, has described late Chief Tony Anenih as a detrabalise leader who imparted on the people of Edo state and Nigeria.
A statement signed by the state chairman of the party, Dan Orbih, said the party received the news of late Anenih with a shock.
“It was with a heavy heart that we received the news of the death of our leader, father and mentor, Chief Anthony Anenih, The Iyasele of Esanland, former minister of Works and Housing, and former Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BOT) of our party,”
Orbih said Anenih was national leader who served Nigeria with all his might.
According to him, he was a unifier, builder of men and a great political strategist popularly called “Mr Fix-it” for his ability to solve and navigate knotty political situations.
“In Edo State, he was our pillar, light, pathfinder, bridge builder,and detribalised leader. He shone brightly and lit many candles.”
He said Anenih was a leader par excellence who exceeded natural barriers so that others can aspire without fear or Man imposed limitations.