Politics

Kebbi Assembly Speaker, Muhammad Ankwai dies

The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Usman Ankwai, is dead.

 

Ankwai, who represented Zuru Constituency under the All Progressives Congress (APC), reportedly passed away on Monday night. He was elected Speaker at the inauguration of the 10th Assembly on June 8, 2023.

 

Details surrounding the circumstances of his death were not immediately disclosed as of the time of filing this report.

 

His passing has sparked an outpouring of condolences from colleagues, political associates, and residents across Kebbi State, who described him as a committed lawmaker and dedicated public servant.

 

Further details, including burial arrangements, are expected to be announced by his family.

Olayinka Babatunde

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