Nigerian Senator Godiya Akwashiki Dead at 52

Godiya Akwashiki, Nigerian Senator representing Nasarawa North Senatorial District, has died at the age of 52.

A family source confirmed to journalists that the lawmaker passed away on Wednesday at a hospital in India, where he had been receiving treatment for a protracted illness.

The family, in a statement, described his passing as a "great loss" to Nasarawa State and the country at large. Prior to being flown abroad, Akwashiki had reportedly been battling health challenges for several months.

Born on August 3, 1973, in Angba Iggah, Akwashiki was a seasoned legislator. His political journey began in the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, where he served from 2011 to 2019. During his tenure, he rose to become the Majority Leader and later the Deputy Speaker before his election to the National Assembly.


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