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  • Senate mourns Enugu North Senator Okey Ezea

    Senate mourns Enugu North Senator Okey Ezea

    The Senate has expressed grief over the death of Senator Okechukwu Ezea (LP – Enugu North).

    Chairman, Senate committee on media and public affairs, Senator Adeyemi Adaramodu, disclosed this in a statement in Abuja.

    “Nigeria has lost one of its serving federal lawmakers, Senator Okey Ezea, who represented Enugu North Senatorial District in the 10th Senate,” Adaramodu said.

    He added, “According to a statement issued by his family, the senator passed away at a private hospital in Lagos at about 11:07 p.m. on Tuesday, 18th November, 2025, after a brief illness.

    “Senator Okey Ezea, until his passing, was a member of the Labour Party, where he contested and won the 2023 Senatorial election.

    “He was an active and influential voice in the 10th Senate.

    “At the genesis of the legislative session in 2023, he served as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions.

    “He later held key leadership roles as Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Housing and Urban Development.

    “At the time of his death, he was the Vice Chairman of both the Senate Committee on Cooperation and Integration in Africa and NEPAD, and the Senate Committee on Culture and Creative Economy.

    “Senator Ezea’s legislative footprint was marked by purposeful and prolific interventions.

    “He sponsored the bill to establish the Federal College of Agriculture, Adani, and championed the bill for the creation of Adada State, a legacy bill he pursued with stoic determination.

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    “He also moved several motions on the Senate floor, including a motion calling for the establishment of a military base in Uzo-Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu State, to stem the spate of killings in the area by rampaging bandits.

    “Beyond elected office, Senator Ezea has held notable national appointments, including the Chairman of the Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo, in Taraba State.

    “The Senate shares the grief of this unfortunate and tragic demise of the distinguished Nigerian, with his constituents in Enugu North, Enugu State, and Nigerians, and most especially the immediate family members.

    “We pray fervently that God shall grant him a restful immortality.”

  • Enugu North Senator Okey Ezea dies

    Enugu North Senator Okey Ezea dies

    Senator representing Enugu North Okey Ezea (LP) has reportedly died.

    Senators Orji Uzor Kalu (APC – Abia North) and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP – Kogi Central) confirmed the report in separate statements in Abuja.

    Kalu in a condolence message to reporters said: “I received with profound shock and deep sorrow the heartbreaking news of the passing of my dear brother and colleague, Senator Okey Ezea (IDEKE).

    “His death is a painful blow that has left me personally devastated. Senator Ezea was more than a fellow legislator; he was a friend with whom I shared a close and sincere bond. Our friendship was built on mutual respect, brotherhood, and genuine affection.

    “Our relationship extended far beyond the chambers of the Senate. With shared Catholic faith , we often celebrated Mass in the same Catholic chapel, lifting our voices to God in fellowship and reflection.

    “Those quiet moments of prayer and spiritual communion remain etched in my heart. Senator Ezea was a man of humility, integrity, and steadfast faith. His devotion to God and his passion for service defined him in every sense.

    “To the President of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio, I extend my heartfelt condolences.

    “The Senate has lost a principled voice, one who contributed with clarity, courage, and unshakable conviction. His absence will be deeply felt within our legislative family.

    “I also console the Governor of Enugu state , Barrister Peter Mbah, and people of Enugu State, particularly the vibrant and dignified Nsukka community. Senator Ezea served you with pride, dedication, and an unbreakable commitment to your wellbeing. His death is a profound loss not just to Nsukka, but to our nation.

    “To his immediate family, I pray that God grants you strength and comfort during this painful period. Your husband, father, brother, and son was a noble man whose legacy of service and faith will continue to shine.

    “As I mourn my dear brother, I take solace in knowing he lived honorably and touched countless lives. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.”

    OlSenator Akpoti-Uduaghan in a condolence message posted on her Facebook page said: “Rest in peace Distinguished Senator Okey Ezea.

    “You were a good man, wise and gentle. Your prayers kept me going through my darkest moments and I will miss you in chambers.

    “Enugu North Senatorial District, Kogi Central honors your Senator and mourns with you.”