The Unfinished Work of Sports Politics: Tribute to Rep. Ekene Abubakar Adams, Rep. Olaide Akinremi and Hon. Isa Dogonyaro
In the tumultuous landscape of Nigerian politics, the recent deaths of Rep. Ekene Abubakar Adams, Rep. Olaide Akinremi and Hon. Isa Dogonyaro cast a wave of sadness over the 10th Assembly of the House of Representatives. These three legislators, each in their own way, left an indelible mark on the political landscape of Nigeria and its people.
Rep. Ekene Abubakar Adams, at just 39 years old, embodied hope and commitment to the development of grassroots sport in Nigeria. Chairman of the House Sports Committee, he was a humanitarian with a big heart, loved by all who knew him. His untimely demise leaves a deep void in the ranks of the country’s sports legislation.
Rep. Olaide Akinremi, also known as Jagaban, was a politician rooted in the realities of his constituency. Representing the federal constituency of Ibadan North under the label of the United Progressives Congress (APC), he was able to combine local politics with a keen sense of government. His sudden death at the age of 51, following a brief illness, left a gaping void in the hearts of his colleagues and fellow citizens.
Hon. Isa Dogonyaro, for his part, left his mark with his joviality and his sharp intellect. Representing Babura/Garki Federal Constituency in Jigawa State under the banner of the APC, he was a patriot without tribal distinction, contributing to the political debate with humor and insight. His disappearance left a heavy silence in the corridors of power.
These three successive disappearances in the Nigerian political world reveal the incompleteness of a common work, that of building a better Nigeria for all. Their commitment to development, unity and democracy will remain engraved in the collective memory of the country. Paying tribute to Rep. Ekene Abubakar Adams, Rep. Olaide Akinremi and Hon. Isa Dogonyaro, we remember their valuable contribution to building a more just and equitable nation.
May their memory remain alive in our hearts, and may their political legacy inspire future generations to continue the fight for a better Nigeria for all. These men left behind a legacy of dedication and selfless service, a lesson in humility and courage for all who aspire to serve their country with honor and dedication. Let us pay tribute to them by perpetuating their commitment to a bright future for Nigeria and its people.