Late Senator Okey Ezea
Prominent political figures, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, former Anambra State governor Peter Obi, and ex–Senate President Ken Nnamani, on Tuesday paid glowing tributes to the late Senator representing Enugu North Senatorial District, Okey Ezea, describing him as a principled legislator and a committed party man.
They spoke at a Service of Songs held in his honour at the National Ecumenical Centre, Abuja.
Ezea, a member of the 10th Senate, died in November 2025 after a brief illness. In a statement signed by his son, Jideofor Ezea, the family said the lawmaker passed away at a private hospital in Lagos at about 11:07 pm.
Until his death, Ezea was widely regarded as one of the outspoken lawmakers from the South-East and a notable voice in the Red Chamber.
Speaking at the event, Akpabio described Ezea’s death as painful, noting that the National Assembly had suffered multiple losses in recent times.
He said the late senator was a disciplined legislator whose contributions on the Senate floor stood out, adding that his passing was a reminder of the fragility of life, even for those in public office.
Peter Obi, while addressing the senator’s children, said their father lived a consistent and exemplary life.
He described Ezea as one of the few politicians whose lifestyle reflected integrity, adding that Nigeria would be better governed if more leaders lived by similar values.
Also speaking, Acting National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, described the late senator as a loyal and committed party member.
She said Ezea remained passionate about the welfare of his people even while battling health challenges, noting that the party would greatly miss his dedication.
Chairman of the occasion, former Senate President Ken Nnamani, recalled Ezea as a determined politician who never gave up on his aspirations, while Senator Victor Umeh described him as humble, gentle, and impactful both within the Senate and his constituency.
The event drew lawmakers, party leaders, and associates who gathered to honour the life and service of the late Enugu senator.
