The House of Representatives has confirmed the death of one of its members, Ekene Abubakar Adams (LP, Kaduna) in the early hours of Tuesday.
Adams, who was elected to represent Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency in 2023, died at 39.
A statement by the spokesman of the House, Hon. Akintunde Rotimi said the Green Chamber was saddened by the death of Adams, a first time lawmaker.
Rotimi said: “Hon. Adams was a dedicated public servant, passionate sports administrator, and kind philanthropist who, until his demise, chaired the House Committee on Sports.
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“He was a first-term member of the House of Representatives, representing the good people of Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency of Kaduna State.
“The dear departed lawmaker was a kind and gentle humanitarian, loved by all who knew him. His dedication to the development of grassroots sports in Nigeria was unwavering, and his contributions to the House will be deeply missed.
“The House of Representatives extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, constituents of our dear colleague, as well as the good people and Government of Kaduna State.
“May God grant his family and loved ones the strength to bear this irreparable loss, and may his soul find rest in the bosom of the Almighty”.
Hon. Adams is the fourth lawmaker to die since the inauguration of the 10th House on the 13th of June, 2023 and the second to die within one week.