- By Halimah Olamide
A member of The House of Representatives, Hon. Isa Dogonyaro, representing Babura/Garki Federal Constituency, Jigawa State, is dead.
Rep. Akin Rotimi, Chairman House Committee on Media and Public Affairs made this known in a statement on Friday in Abuja.
He died at the age of 46 following a brief illness.
“It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dogonyaro , the distinguished Member representing the Babura/Garki Federal Constituency of Jigawa State in the 10th Assembly of the House of Reps.
“Dogonyaro died after a brief illness, on Thursday in Abuja, at the age of 46.
He said that Dogonyaro was a dedicated and passionate legislator who served his constituents and the nation with utmost commitment.
He added that the deceased was a pillar in the House, who contributed significantly to the development of legislation, particularly in the area of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis.
Others include Malaria Control, adding that he served as the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee.