Barrister Okey Ezea, popularly known as Ideke, the Senator representing Enugu North Senatorial Zone, has died. He reportedly passed away on Tuesday in the United Kingdom, where he had been receiving medical treatment.
Chief Nkem Ossai, an elder statesman close to him, confirmed the news, describing Ezea as “a man with a heart of gold who will be greatly missed by his constituents.” He said Nsukka and the entire Enugu North zone have been thrown into mourning since the announcement.
Residents expressed shock at the senator’s sudden death, especially as he had recently recovered from a partial stroke just three months ago. The somber atmosphere in Nsukka reflects the deep sense of loss felt across the region.
“It’s a sad day. Nsukka has been thrown into mourning. Enugu North has lost a dedicated man who vowed to restore and develop his senatorial zone,” Ossai said.
Ezea was the only remaining member of the Labour Party in the National Assembly from Enugu State, as other lawmakers from the state had defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
His death is seen as a significant blow to the political fortunes of the party in Enugu, where he was regarded as a strong voice for his people.
His passing may reshape political alignments in the state, particularly within the Labour Party, which now loses its sole representative in the National Assembly from Enugu.
Senator Ezea was known for his commitment to restoring and developing his senatorial zone. His contributions to politics and his reputation as a grassroots leader will be remembered by many.
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