Ogun Assembly urges Abiodun to rename road after late Onanuga

Ogun House of Assembly has passed a resolution, calling on the state government to immortalise the late former Deputy Chief Whip in the House of Representatives, Adewunmi Onanuga.

The assembly specifically urged the state government to rename the High Court Road, Sagamu, after the late lawmaker.

The passage of the resolution followed the debate on the floor of the house led by the sponsor, Damilare Bello (PDP-Sagamu I), and supported by other lawmakers.

The lawmakers took turns to extol the virtues of the late federal lawmaker, describing her as a distinguished daughter of the state.

They also appreciated her contributions to the development of the state and the nation in general.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that Onanuga, who represented Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency, died on Jan. 15 at the age of 59.

Similarly, the assembly also paid glowing tributes to some eminent Nigerians from the state who died in the last two weeks.

They commended their unwavering commitments to their communities, the state and the nation.

The former speaker, Olakunle Oluomo (APC-Ifo I), had earlier reported the demise of a foremost industrialist, Ogooluwa Bankole, who established Premier Paint Industry in 1985.

The minority leader, Adeleye Lukman (PDP-Odoogbolu), also reported the exit of Pa Ayo Adebanjo, whom he said dedicated his life to fighting for justice and truth.

On his part, the majority leader, Yusuf Sheriff (APC-Ado Odo Ota I), paid tributes to the late Sen. Solomon Otegbola, whom he described as a political leader of repute.

Sheriff disclosed that the late senator represented Ogun West Senatorial District in the third republic.

The lawmakers led by the speaker, Oludaisi Elemide (APC-Odeda), shared heartfelt tributes to the deceased persons and observed a minute of silence in their honour.