Reps mourn, confirm death Deputy Chief Whip Onanuga

Reps mourn, confirm death Deputy Chief Whip Onanuga

 

Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Adewunmi Onanuga, has passed on at the age of 59.

Spokesperson for the House,Akin Rotimi, announced this in a statement on Wednesday night.

He said Onanuga, who represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency in Ogun State, died on Wednesday after a brief illness.

The green chamber has now lost four members in the 10th assembly.

“It is with profound sorrow that the House of Representatives announces the passing of Rt. Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga,” the statement reads.

Onanuga, born on December 2, 1965, was first elected to the House in 2019 on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

She chaired the House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development in the 9th assembly.

After her re-election in 2023, she was appointed the deputy chief whip of the 10th assembly.

Rotimi stated, “Affectionately known as ‘Ijaya’—Rep Onanuga’s intellect, passion, humility, and drive for excellence earned her admiration among her colleagues and constituents alike.

“Her impactful contributions to Nigeria’s political landscape reflected her passion for creating a better society and her tireless dedication to public service.

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, associates, the government and people of Ogun State—particularly the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North constituency—and the entire membership of the National Assembly.”