Akwa Ibom State Governor, Udom Emmanuel, has sent his condolences to the people of Oron Federal Constituency and the entire Oro Nation over the sad and unfortunate demise of the Member that Represented the Oron/Udung Uko/Okobo/Urueffong Oruko/Mbo Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, the Rt. Honourable Nse Ekpenyong.
Ekpenyong according to reports died on Sunday and was not suffering from any known illness.
In a condolence message released by gov Emmanuel’s Chief Press Secretary and Senior Special Assistant, Media, Ekerete Udoh, he expressed shock and sadness over the sudden demise of the Lawmaker.
He noted that Ekpenyong was a loyal party man who represented his Constituency very well.
According to him, “I am indeed deeply saddened by the death of Rt. Honourable Ekpenyong. He was a loyal party man, a consummate politician, bridge- builder and an effective voice who stood for what was proper, necessary and good for both the Oron Federal Constituency, the Oro Nation, the State and indeed the Nation.
“His death has robbed us of his sterling representation.
“On behalf of the Government and the good people of Akwa Ibom State, I extend our condolences to his family, the people of Oron Federal Constituency and indeed the Oro Nation in general
“May God grant his soul perfect peace,” the Governor is quoted as saying.
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Meanwhile, the Senate in honour of the deceased adjourned plenary that should have been held yesterday Tuesday to Wednesday April 27.
Senate adjourned plenary on resumption from a one-week recess to mark the Easter celebration.
The sitting on Tuesday was presided over by the Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege (APC Delta).
The motion for adjournment was moved by the Deputy Leader, Ajayi Boroffice, (APC- Ondo) and seconded by the Minority Whip, Philip Aduda, (PDP- FCT).
The Senate, before adjourning, held a minute silence to mourn the demise of the lawmaker.
