Tinubu condoles with National Assembly over Kaduna lawmaker’s death
President Bola Tinubu commiserates with the National Assembly and the Kaduna State Government over the passing of Ekene Adams.
Adams represented Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency of Kaduna State in the House of Representatives.
The President also extended his condolences to the family and friends of the late lawmaker.
He urged them to find solace in the Almighty and in the legacy of the deceased.
“President Tinubu prays for the repose of the soul of the departed lawmaker and strength to his family,” said a statement by his spokesman on Tuesday.
Adams was elected into the House on the platform of the Labour Party and died early Tuesday.
Adams was the chairman of the House Committee on Sports before his death.
He reportedly died after a brief illness.
(NAN)
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