Kaduna Reps Member, Ekene Adams, Passes Away at 39

The House of Representatives mourns the loss of Rep. Ekene Abubakar Adams, who represented the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency of Kaduna State.

According to a statement by House Spokesperson, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr., Adams passed away early Tuesday at the age of 39.

The statement reads, “The House of Representatives is deeply saddened to announce the passing of a valued member of the 10th Assembly, Rep. Ekene Abubakar Adams (LP, Kaduna), who died early Tuesday at the age of 39.

“Rep. Adams was a dedicated public servant, passionate sports administrator, and generous philanthropist. Until his passing, he chaired the House Committee on Sports. He was a first-term member of the House of Representatives, representing the people of Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency of Kaduna State.

“The late lawmaker was a kind and gentle humanitarian, beloved by all who knew him. His unwavering commitment to the development of grassroots sports in Nigeria and his contributions to the House will be greatly missed.

“The House of Representatives extends heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, constituents, and the people and Government of Kaduna State.

“May God grant his family and loved ones the strength to bear this irreparable loss, and may his soul rest in peace.”

The outspoken lawmaker, who chaired the House Committee on Sports, had been battling ill-health in recent times.

“My good friend and one of our frontline members of the NPFL Club Owners Association, Chairman House Committee on Sports, Hon Ekene Abubakar Adams, has passed away,” former secretary of the Club Owners Association, Alloy Chukwuemeka, wrote on Tuesday.

“May God console his family and friends, and may his soul rest in peace.”

A former football player, Adams served as the general manager of Nigeria Premier Football League side Remo Stars and Kada City before winning a seat in the House of Representatives during the 2023 general elections, representing Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency of Kaduna State.

His sports background earned him the role of Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, despite being a first-time member of the green chamber.

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