By our correspondent
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has mourned the demise of Senator Godiya Akwashiki (SDP, Nasarawa North), who died at 52 while undergoing treatment in India.
In a statement he personally signed and made available to the media, Governor Sule Friday, said the passing away of the Matawallen Eggon is a great loss not only to his immediate family, Eggon nation but the entire state.
According to the Governor, the late Senator Akwashiki was an accomplished public servant, courageous legislator and a devoted son of Eggon land, whose humility, commitment, and service to his people was remarkable.
He added that the late Akwashiki’s journey as a politician was a demonstration of deep connection with the common man.
“The death of the distinguished Senator is painful not only to his family, the Eggon nation, and the people of Nasarawa North, but to our entire state and the Nigerian legislature.
Part of the statement issued by Governor Sule read:”We shall continue to cherish his legacy of honour, leadership, and steadfast commitment to the progress of our dear state.
“On behalf of the Government and People of Nasarawa State, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, His Royal Highness the Aren Eggon, the Eggon Traditional Council, the National Assembly, and all who mourn this great son of Nasarawa.
“May Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and give us all the strength to bear this painful loss.”
The late Senator Akwashiki reportedly died in a hospital in India where he was undergoing medical treatment.