By Sunday John
The Social Democratic Get together (SDP) on Thursday noticed a second of silence in honour of the late Sen. Godiya Akwashiki, who died penultimate week at an Indian hospital on the age of 52.
Till his loss of life, Akwashiki represented Nasarawa North Senatorial District within the tenth Senate on the platform of the SDP.
Born in Angba Iggah, Nasarawa Eggon Native Authorities Space of Nasarawa State, the late senator was first elected to the Senate in 2019 and re-elected in 2023.
He beforehand served within the Nasarawa State Home of Meeting, the place he rose to Majority Chief and later Deputy Speaker.
Throughout his legislative profession, Akwashiki chaired the Senate Committee on Air Drive and Inter-Parliamentary Affairs and served as Vice Chairman of the Committee on Media and Public Affairs.
At a night of tributes organised in Lafia by the SDP Nationwide Working Committee (NWC), the celebration described Akwashiki as a logo of integrity, selfless service and principled management.
Get together leaders, conventional rulers and political stakeholders who attended the occasion mirrored on his life, values and contributions to Nasarawa State and the nation.
In his remarks, SDP Nationwide Chairman, Prof. Sadiq Gombe, described the late senator as a “shining star,” whose loss of life was a profound loss to his household, the celebration and Nigeria.
Gombe mentioned Akwashiki lived a life outlined by honour, compassion and the concern of God, incomes respect throughout political, ethnic and spiritual divides.
He famous that the senator’s management was anchored on service, accountability and dedication to the welfare of his constituents.
In accordance with Gombe, Akwashiki had, shortly earlier than his loss of life, expressed concern that his failing well being would possibly have an effect on his capability to serve and had thought-about stepping apart within the curiosity of high quality illustration.
He described the gesture as a uncommon demonstration of duty and patriotism.
Prayers had been provided for the repose of his soul, with Gombe praying for Allah’s forgiveness and energy for the bereaved household.
“True management is measured by legacy, not titles or years. Senator Akwashiki’s legacy speaks for itself,” Gombe mentioned.
Different audio system, together with Sen. Suleiman Adokwe, Nasarawa Deputy Gov. Emmanuel Akabe, SDP leaders and conventional rulers, praised the late senator’s dedication to dialogue, integrity and grassroots improvement.
They recalled his execution of constituency initiatives throughout Nasarawa North, describing him as one of the crucial efficient lawmakers produced by the state since 1999.
The programme ended with prayers for peace and progress in Nasarawa State and Nigeria. (NAN)
Edited by Tosin Kolade
