Mary Amaechi, the mother of former Rivers State governor and former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, dies at the age of 89. Multiple outlets report that the family announced her death in a statement issued by Amaechi’s media office. The statement says Mary Amaechi died peacefully on Thursday, though the reports do not specify a location or cause of death. The family describes her as a cherished matriarch who helped hold her family together in “love, peace and unity,” and as a respected Christian and community women leader. The accounts also say she is remembered for her faith, warmth, kindness, and selfless service. One report notes that Amaechi is the African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate and that he was named as the running mate in June ahead of the 2027 elections; it also references results from the ADC presidential primary involving Atiku Abubakar. Across the reports, the family expresses gratitude for condolences already received and says funeral arrangements will be announced later.