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The Nigerian Senate has declared the seats of three late senators vacant and has directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to organize by-elections in the affected districts. The senators who passed away are Okechukuwu Ezea, Godiya Akwashiki, and Barinada Mpigi.
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, visited the family of the late Senator Barinada Mpigi in London, calling his death a significant loss to the Ogoni people and Nigeria. Mpigi passed away on February 19 at the age of 64 after a brief illness.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has expressed his profound sorrow over the passing of Senator Barinada Mpigi, noting the significant impact of his leadership. The governor emphasized that the senator's death has occurred at a time when his experience and dedication were still vital for the state's progress.
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