The Speaker of the Delta House of Assembly, Rt Hon.Dennis Guwor has described the late Talib Tebite, as a charismatic personality that would be missed by the people of Ughelli South and Delta in general.
The speaker, in a statement issued on Wednesday in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Nkem Nwaeke said Tebite who was a former lawmaker that represented Ughelli South in the state House of Assembly between 2007 and 20014, was a shining example of hard work and selflessness.
He equally said the deceased was a trusted ally who lived a life of friendship with close associates scattered across the nations.
Tebite died on Monday evening in Lagos after returning from abroad a few days where he went for medical treatment.
Tebite, until his death was the Executive Director of Projects at the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC).
Guwor said, ”I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of a non sitting member and friend, Mr Talib Tebite who until his death was the Executive Director Projects, Delta State Oil Producing Area Development Commission (DESOPADEC).
“As a former member of the House, he was a shining example of integrity, hard work, and selflessness. His legacy will continue to inspire many. ”
Guwor noted that the former lawmaker contributed immensely to the growth of the state legislature.
He said that the appointment of the late Tebite as Executive Director of DESOPADEC, was as a result of hard work and dedication to duty.
The speaker added that the good deeds of the former lawmaker would continue to inspire others and prayed to God to grant his soul eternal rest.
”Late Talib Tebite will surely be missed by many for his benevolence and commitment to the welfare of others.
”On behalf of the entire membership of the Delta House of Assembly, I extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and loved ones.
”May God grant them the strength to bear this irreparable loss.”
