Rowley mourns Franklin Khan's death

The Prime Minister has extended condolences to the family of Minister of Energy and Energy Industries Franklin Khan.

A statement from the Office of the Prime Minister on Saturday said Dr Rowley is extremely saddened by the passing of his colleague and friend “who will be remembered as a man who dedicated his life to public service.”

It added: “Dr Rowley mourns the loss of a patriot and son of the soil.”

San Fernando East MP Brian Manning also expressed condolences to Khan’s family and friends.

“The loss that is felt today as a nation is significant as senator Khan dedicated his life to serve the people of Trinidad and Tobago and to help shape the People’s National Movement,” Manning said in a statement.

“On behalf of the people of San Fernando East, we thank you for your indelible contribution to the development of our nation. may your soul rest in peace.”