Senate confirms Ifeanyi Ubah’s death

The Senate has confirmed the death of the Senator representing Anambra South, Ifeanyi Ubah.

The Senate Spokesman, Yemi Adaramodu, confirmed Ubah’s death in a statement on Saturday in Abuja.

The lawmaker died in a United Kingdom hospital earlier on Saturday.

Adaramodu said: “It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that the Senate announces the passing of our esteemed colleague, Sen. Ifeanyi Ubah, who, until his passing, represented Anambra South Senatorial District.

“Ubah was an exemplary leader, a committed public servant, and an indefatigable advocate for his constituents.

“His untimely departure represents a significant loss to the Senate, his community, and the nation at large.”

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He added that Ubah had distinguished himself as a prominent businessman and a philanthropist.

The spokesman said the deceased as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Capital Oil and Gas Industries Limited made substantial contributions to Nigeria’s energy sector and created job opportunities.

“Through the Ifeanyi Ubah Foundation, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah’s philanthropic endeavours provided scholarships, healthcare, and vital support to the less privileged and impacted countless lives.

“Throughout his tenure in the Senate, Ubah demonstrated unwavering dedication to the progress and development of Anambra South and Nigeria as a whole.

“He was a beacon of hope, a champion of economic empowerment, and a steadfast supporter of legislative reforms aimed at improving the lives of all Nigerians, he stated.

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