The immediate past Deputy Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Hon. Enema Paul, has passed away. He died on Saturday in the early hours at a private hospital in Abuja, after battling an undisclosed illness.
At the time of his death, Hon. Paul was serving as the representative for Okura State Constituency in the 8th Assembly of Kogi State.
He had previously stepped down from his role as Deputy Speaker for health reasons, with Hon. Comfort Ojoma Nwuchiola, representing the Ibaji State Constituency, succeeding him in the position.
The Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf, expressed his condolences to the family of the late Hon. Enema Paul. In a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Yabagi Mohammed, Rt. Hon. Yusuf described the deceased as a friend, a humble and temperate individual, and a committed lawmaker and public servant. He lauded Hon. Paul’s contributions to the state, noting his dedication to promoting unity and advancing pro-people legislation aimed at the overall development of Kogi State.
Hon. Yusuf further emphasized that the late Enema Paul was a devout Christian who transcended religious boundaries, always prioritizing family values and demonstrating an unwavering commitment to his faith. He praised the deceased for his exemplary qualities, which endeared him to both colleagues and constituents.
The Speaker offered prayers for the strength and fortitude of Hon. Paul’s immediate family and the members of both the current and past Kogi State Assemblies, as they mourn the loss of a respected colleague and public servant. The passing of Hon. Paul has left a void in the Assembly, and tributes continue to pour in from across the political and social spectrum, honoring his memory and service to the state.