The death of Senator Godiya Akwashiki, representing Nasarawa North, has been met with an outpouring of tributes from Nigerian leaders. According to former Governor of Nasarawa State, Umaru Al-Makura, Senator Akwashiki was bedridden for over two years, rendering him unable to perform his legislative duties at the 10th National Assembly. Despite his health challenges, Al-Makura noted that the late senator played a significant role in the success of his two terms as governor.
Al-Makura’s remarks came after the arrival of Senator Akwashiki’s remains in Nigeria from India. The former governor described the senator’s death as a colossal loss to his constituents, Nasarawa State, and Nigeria as a whole. He emphasized that Senator Akwashiki’s commitment to his duties and loyalty to his leaders and followers were exemplary.
Senator Akwashiki’s passing has also been mourned by other Nigerian leaders, including senatorial aspirant Duba Dodo, who described the death as unfortunate for the people of Nasarawa State and Nigerians. Safiyanu Isa Andaha, Chairman of Akwaga Local Government and Association of Local Governments of Nigeria Nasarawa Chapter, also acknowledged the impact of Senator Akwashiki’s death on the state and nation.
The late senator’s remains were received at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Cargo terminal in Abuja by a delegation including Al-Makura, former presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party Adewole Adebayo, and National Chairman of the SDP Prof. Sadiq Gombe. Senator Akwashiki’s death serves as a reminder of the significant contributions he made to Nigerian politics and the void his passing has left in the country’s legislative landscape.
As Nigeria continues to mourn the loss of Senator Akwashiki, his legacy as a dedicated public servant and loyal politician is expected to endure. The impact of his death will likely be felt in the upcoming legislative sessions, and his constituents will be waiting to see how his successor will fill the gap left by his passing. With his commitment to public service and loyalty to his leaders and followers, Senator Akwashiki’s memory will continue to be honored by Nigerian leaders and citizens alike.
