The Nigerian political landscape, particularly in Nasarawa State, is in mourning following the death of Senator Godiya Akwashiki. The lawmaker, who represented the Nasarawa North Senatorial District, passed away at the age of 52 after a prolonged battle with illness.
A Confirmed Loss for Nasarawa North
A family source confirmed the tragic news to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday, January 1, 2026. The revelation was made in Nassarawa Eggon, the senator's hometown. According to the source, Senator Akwashiki died on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in a hospital in India where he was receiving medical treatment.
The source described the senator's passing as a significant blow to the constituency and the state at large. He emphasized that Akwashiki's commitment to development and empowerment programs has left a substantial void that will be difficult to fill. "Since in the history of Nasarawa North, Sen. Akwashiki was the best Senator Nasarawa North ever produced due to his purposeful leadership," the family source stated.
A Legacy of Purposeful Leadership and Development
Senator Godiya Akwashiki's political career was marked by notable achievements and a strong connection to his people. The family source highlighted his unparalleled record, noting, "His projects are in every nook and cranny of the constituency." This grassroots development approach earned him immense popularity and trust.
A testament to his effective representation was his electoral success. He was the only Senator from the zone to re-contest and win a second term, securing a renewed mandate from his constituents. Before his election to the Nigerian Senate in 2019, Akwashiki had already built a formidable political foundation in Nasarawa State. He served in the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, holding the prestigious positions of Majority Leader and later Deputy Speaker.
From Angba Iggah to the National Assembly
Godiya Akwashiki was born on August 3, 1973, in Angba Iggah, Nassarawa Eggon, Nasarawa State. His journey from his local community to the hallowed chambers of the National Assembly exemplified a life dedicated to public service. His sudden demise at the relatively young age of 52 has cut short a career that many believed held further promise for his senatorial zone and the nation.
As news of his death spreads, tributes are expected to pour in from colleagues, political allies, and the constituents he served diligently. The focus now shifts to his enduring legacy of development projects and empowerment initiatives, which stand as physical testaments to his time in office. The people of Nasarawa North are left to grapple with the sudden vacuum created by the loss of their most successful senator.
