The Deputy Governor of Imo State, Eze Madumere has eulogised the virtues of late Vice President Alex Ekwueme, describing him as as statesman and patriot who contributed immensely with his profession and love for the development and unity of Nigeria.
The Deputy Governor made the statement during commendation service in honour of late former Vice President of Nigeria at Okpara Square, Enugu State on Thursday.
His words; “I stand here to pay tribute to the great leader who led a selfless life worthy of emulation, late Dr. Alex Ekwueme, former Vice President of Nigeria.
“He was first a Nigerian who considered Nigeria first in all his celebrated decisions, actions and in-actions. His Excellency, Dr. Alex Ekwueme, even in death represents the character of a patriot, a progressive and a man who sacrificed so much and gained so little for the unity of Nigeria.
“In our democratic experience, he maintained the highest level of decorum even in the face of injustice and betrayal. He stomached all these that Nigeria may work and discover its greatness.
“In the eyes of the superficial less deep thinkers, Ekwueme appeared weak but in the eyes of true patriots and men with beautiful minds, Ekwueme did not just win, he conquered in all life endeavours that Nigeria may be united in brotherhood not as mere geographical expression but as a nation respectable in the comity of nations.”
Madumere however believes that late Ekwueme would be remembered for his good works. “Our great leader, you may have transited but your memory shall lingers on and shall be engraved in the heart of our country because of your legacies.
Fare 
thee well our great man of valour who came, saw, conquered and exited in glory.”
He prayed for the repose of his soul the icon and hero of the nation.