The family of the former Minister of Transportation and African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, has announced the passing of their matriarch, Mary Amaechi.
In an official statement released by the Rotimi Amaechi Media Office on Thursday, July 16, 2026, the senior Amaechi passed away quietly earlier in the day at the age of 89.
The family remembered the late matriarch as a deeply committed Christian and a highly regarded local leader who dedicated her life to fostering communal peace, harmony, and humanitarian service.
She was recognized as a unifying pillar for her family and a strong advocate for women and faith-based initiatives in her community.
The media office indicated that the former governor of Rivers State and his relatives are highly appreciative of the overwhelming support, prayers, and condolences extended to them by well-wishers and associates since the news of her demise.
While expressing gratitude for the public’s solidarity during this period of grief, the family noted that specific details concerning her final funeral rites and burial arrangements will be formally communicated in due course.
