January 16, (THEWILL) – Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has sympathised with the family of the late member of the House of Representatives representing Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga.
Onanuga, who until her passing served as the Deputy Chief Whip in the Green Chamber, reportedly died Wednesday morning after a brief illness.
Abiodun, in a condolence message, described the passing of the late lawmaker as devastating and shocking, noting that her death is a monumental loss to Ogun State in particular and Nigeria as a whole.
He eulogised the deceased as a fearless leader, a loyal party member, and a great mobiliser, who contributed immensely to the advancement of women and the general well-being of her constituents until her final days.
The governor prayed for the repose of her soul and for strength for the family she left behind to bear the irreplaceable loss.
“I sincerely sympathise with the leadership of the House of Representatives, led by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen and the entire members of the lower chamber on the passing of Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga.
“Without mincing words, her death came as a rude shock to all of us in Ogun State. It was both devastating and sudden; we have truly lost an extraordinary amazon.
“Her courage was exemplary, and her loyalty was exceptional. We will sorely miss her. However, we take solace in her immense contributions to humanity and the good of all.
“May God Almighty rest her soul and grant her family the strength to endure this great loss”, he wrote.
