Naga Hoho condoles

    08-May-2020
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Newmai News Network
DIMAPUR, May 7: The Naga Hoho has said that the demise of Dr Andrew Clark, a prominent member of the Quakers, is a great loss for the Nagas. "The Naga people indeed have lost a great leader and a true friend," stated the Naga Hoho in a press release on Thursday.
Andrew Clark passed away on April 23, 2020.
According to the Naga Hoho, Andrew Clark was a person who strongly advocated unity and reconciliation among various Naga armed groups. "His unfathomable association and love for the Naga people will always be cherished in years to come," the Naga Hoho added.
On behalf of Naga people, the Naga Hoho said that it "sends our deepest condolences to Dr Andrew Clark’s family and the members of Quakers at this difficult time".
The Naga Hoho then stated in its condolence message to the bereaved family that the Naga people "mourn with you and celebrate the extraordinary life of this remarkable man who devoted his life for peace and protecting the Nagas for a common home and future".
The Naga Hoho also stated that it vividly recalled Andrew Clark and his "heartfelt enthusiasm" for the Nagas on several occasions.
The Naga Hoho also recalled that Andrew Clark keenly initiated an informal dialogue for peace and reconciliation over dinner hosted by the Naga Conciliation Group, Quaker Peace and Social Witness at Friends House in London on October 19, 2011 during the visit of Naga civil society groups led by Naga Hoho to Belfast and London.