By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja –
The House of Representatives on Friday said it lost one of its members, Rep. Isa Dogonyaro( APC-Jigawa) after a brief illness.
The Chairman House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Rep. Akin Rotimi, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja.
Rep. Rotimi said: “It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dogonyaro , the distinguished Member representing the Babura/Garki Federal Constituency of Jigawa State in the 10th Assembly of the House of Reps.
“Dogonyaro died after a brief illness, on Thursday in Abuja, at the age of 46.
He said that Dogonyaro was a dedicated and passionate legislator who served his constituents and the nation with utmost commitment.
He added that the deceased was a pillar in the House, who contributed significantly to the development of legislation, particularly in the area of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis.
Others include Malaria Control, adding that he served as the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee.
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