Gov Sani Reacts As Kaduna Lawmaker Dies

The Governor of Kaduna State, Sen. Uba Sani, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Honourable Ekene Abubakar Adams, Member House of Representatives for Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency.

Naijaonpoint reported earlier that Ekene Adams, who was born in 1985, died on Tuesday morning, 16th July 2024, after a brief illness.

The lawmaker’s death was confirmed to journalists in a WhatsApp message by his close friend, Mike Obasi.

Reacting to the sad development, Governor Uba Sani, in a condolence message to the bereaved family and the residents of Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency, praised the late representative as a pioneer and courageous figure in politics and administration.

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“On behalf of the people of Kaduna State, Governor Uba Sani has extended his deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and has called for prayers from well-meaning Nigerians for the people of Kaduna State, during this time,” Governor Sani said in a statement signed by Muhammad Lawal Shehu, his Chief Press Secretary.

The deceased, Adams, was the chairman, of the House Committee on Sports until he passed away.

The deceased is regarded to have led a commendable life dedicated to serving the people of his constituency and Kaduna State as a whole.

Throughout his lifetime, he was highly regarded as a politician, community leader, sports administrator, and philanthropist.

A passionate football enthusiast and administrator, Ekene founded KADA City FC, a Nigerian football club located in Kaduna, with the aim of nurturing talent and fostering the sport within Kaduna State.

He was recognized as one of the youngest football club owners in Nigeria.