IFP Mourns "Exemplary MP" S'bu Ngidi

April 13, 2007

The IFP President, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, has been joined by the Leader of the Official Opposition in KwaZulu Natal, Dr Lionel Mtshali, the IFP National Chairperson, Zanele Magwaza and the rest of the party leadership in extending the IFP's heartfelt condolences to Mr Ngidi's family, friends and colleagues.

"S'bu Ngidi's passing away after a long and difficult illness has dealt a tremendous blow to the IFP as a parliamentary party in the KwaZulu Natal Provincial Parliament, where Mr Ngidi served with distinction,"
said IFP provincial spokesperson Blessed Gwala.

Gwala also said:

"S'bu Ngidi's contribution to the party's performance in the Legislature as spokesperson on education was immense. As a former teacher and school principal, S'bu had a unique insight into the complexities of teaching and learning in the province's educational institutions.

"Our schools, particularly in rural areas, occupied an important place in S'bu heart. I recall a particular incident last year during a parliamentary session at Hluzingqondo Primary School on the South Coast where S'bu offered to privately cover the cost of refurbishment of the school's premises.

"S'bu's exemplary dedication and utter commitment will never be forgotten by his party or the people of KwaZulu Natal whom he served so selflessly. He was a truly exemplary Member of Parliament with a professional as well as a human touch and understanding."

Contact: Blessed Gwala
082 336 9309