The Senator representing Enugu North Senatorial District, Barrister Okey Ezea, popularly known as Ideke, has died. He reportedly passed away on Tuesday while receiving medical treatment in the United Kingdom.
Confirming the development, elder statesman Chief Nkem Ossai described the late Senator as “a man with a heart of gold” whose death has left Nsukka and the entire Enugu North zone in deep mourning.
According to him, the news of Ezea’s passing came as a shock to residents and supporters, especially as the senator had recently recovered from a partial stroke just three months ago.
Ossai said: “It’s a sad day. Nsukka has been thrown into mourning. Enugu North has lost a dedicated man who vowed to restore and develop his senatorial zone. The atmosphere is sombre since the news broke.
The loss of Senator Okey Ezea is a significant blow to the political landscape of Enugu State, and his contributions will be remembered by many.”
Senator Ezea was the only remaining Labour Party member from Enugu State in the National Assembly, following the defection of other lawmakers to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
His death marks a major loss for the Labour Party and the people of Enugu North, where he was widely regarded as a committed advocate for development and good governance.