The demise of prominent politicians in 2023 has created a significant void in Nigeria’s political landscape. These individuals made substantial contributions to Nigerian politics and left a lasting impact.
Today, Allub Times highlights some popular Nigerian politicians who sadly passed away in the year 2023. It’s important to remember and honor those who have made significant contributions to our country’s history. So, let’s dive in and learn about these influential figures!
1. Rotimi Akeredolu
The news of the passing of Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, was announced on Wednesday, December 27, after a prolonged battle with leukaemia and prostate cancer.
His illness had rendered Akeredolu incapacitated for several months.
2. Ghali Na’abba
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ghali Umar Na’abba, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, in an Abuja hospital after a short illness.
3. Oyinbo Chukwu
Oyinbo Chukwu, the Enugu East senatorial candidate for the Labour Party, was killed in a violent attack on his vehicle just days before the National Assembly election. The attackers also set his vehicle on fire.
4. Chukwuemeka Ezeife
Former Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuemeka Ezeife, passed away at the age of 85 on Thursday, December 15, at the Federal Medical Centre in Abuja.
5. Uchenna Ikonne
Uchenna Ikonne, the governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State, died on Wednesday, January 25.
Ikonne, who was a professor and former vice chancellor of Abia State University Uturu, passed away at the National Hospital in Abuja after a short illness.
6. Stella Effah-Attoe
Stella Effah-Attoe, the national woman leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), sadly passed away on Sunday, October 29th, following a short illness.
