Senator Akwashiki buried amid tears

The remains of Senator Godiya Akwashiki were laid to rest on Saturday at his private residence in Lafia, Nasarawa State.

Akwashiki, who died on December 31 2025 at an Indian hospital, was buried amid tears and tributes from dignitaries, friends, political colleagues and family members.

Akwashiki, who represented Nasarawa North on the platform of the SDP, chaired the Senate committee on Air Force died in India.

The Archbishop of Jos, Most Reverend Dr Mathew Ishaya Audu, who presided over the burial mass at St Williams Cathedral Lafia describe Akwashiki’s death as a lesson to the living, emphasising the importance of leadership and exemplary life to be remembered after one’s passing.

He described the death of the Senator as a great lost to the Christian community, the state and the nation.

In his preaching, Vicar General, Lafia Diocese, Very Reverend Father Mathew Ofoku said Akwashiki lived a righteous life, contributed immensely towards the development of Christianity, empowerment of his people and the development of the state.

He said the legislator would be remembered for years to come for the legacy he left behind such as support to the church and empowerment programmes that touched the lives of many people.

He called on believers to have the fear of God and always remember the last day and live a righteous life. 

Rev. Mathew urged faithfuls to pray for the nation stability, peace and security and to overcome its numerous challenges.

Dignitaries in attendance were Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro and many serving senators.

Governors Abdullahi Sule (Nasarawa) and Caleb Muftang (Plateau) also attended.