House of Reps deputy chief whip Onanuga is dead

The Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, has passed on in the early hours of Wednesday after a brief illness.

Onanuga until her demise, represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State.

Rep. Akin Rotimi, Spokesman, House of Representatives, who confirmed the unfortunate incident, described Onanuga, born on December 2, 1965, as a dedicated public servant, a visionary leader, and a passionate advocate for her constituents.

“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,” he said.

“As we mourn the loss of this vibrant and committed lawmaker, whose life was devoted to improving the lives of Nigerians – especially her constituents – her legacy of service and dedication will continue to inspire future generations.”

Onanuga was first elected to the House in 2019 on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). During that tenure, she served as Chairperson of the House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development in the 9th Assembly, where she championed policies to empower women and advance social welfare.

Re-elected in 2023, she was appointed Deputy Chief Whip of the 10th Assembly, a role in which she demonstrated exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to legislative discipline, particularly during parliamentary sittings.

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

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