Tony Iwelu, the Chief Security Officer to the Minister for Transportation, RT. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi. Mr. Iwelu died of electric shock from a shower rose on Monday, February 17, 2020.
A source who confirmed the development, described Tony Iwelu as a lovely and diligent fellow, adding that his death is a great loss to the Ministry of Transportation, his family and the nation at large.
He added that though death is inevitable, it was sad that Tony died as young man full of energy, prospects and with so much to offer Humanity. He further noted that the deceased initiated the Tony Iwelu Foundation, as a platform to help the poor and support the needy.
Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside, described Mr. Tony Iwelu’s death as painful. “One of the most painful experience in recent times. How else can we explain that life is like a vapour? “Tony was a wonderful person. May Tony’s soul Rest in Peace,” Dakuku said.
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Transport, Saibu Zakari, on his part has prayed for the repose of Mr. Iwelu’s soul. Zakari said: “May Tony’s soul rest in perfect peace. We really lost a very good and hardworking friend. I called Tony two times at 7.26am and 7.30 am yesterday but no response. That indeed was not Tony’s character. May his soul rest in perfect peace.”