A lawmaker representing Aba North/South Federal Constituency at the Federal House of Representatives, Ossy Prestige, is dead.
His death came after a struggle with an undisclosed illness.
There have been speculations concerning his death for a few days until the Reps spokesperson, Benjamin Kalu, confirmed his death to Premium Times.
“He has been confirmed dead by a family member,” Kalu said.
The death of the lawmaker, who was elected on the platform of All Progressive Grand Alliance, is expected to be announced at the House of Representatives on Tuesday.