By Abigail Philip David
The Senate on Tuesday dedicated its plenary session to honor the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, who represented Anambra South in the National Assembly.
The casket bearing the senator’s remains was laid in state at the foyer of the White House wing, positioned directly in front of the Senate Chamber.
Tuesday’s order paper featured only one agenda: *Valedictory Session*.
In a gesture of respect, Senate President Godswill Akpabio wore traditional Isi-Enyi attire, complemented by a red cap and dark sunglasses. Similarly, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele donned Isi-Agwu attire.
Ubah’s seat in the chamber was adorned with flowers and draped in fabric reflecting the colors of the Nigerian flag. The solemn session was opened to non-senators, welcoming dignitaries and invited guests to pay their respects.
Among those in attendance were Vice President Kashim Shettima, former Anambra State Governor Chris Ngige, and former Senator Uche Ekwunife. Also present were the wives of Senate leaders, including Ekaette Akpabio, wife of the Senate President; Hajiya Jibrin Barau, wife of the Deputy Senate President; and Oluyemisi Bamidele, wife of the Senate Leader.
Earlier, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, led a delegation of House leaders in a solemn procession around the late senator’s casket.
The session was marked by a sombre atmosphere as senators paid glowing tributes to Ubah, celebrating his contributions to the legislative chamber.
Photos of the late senator’s casket follow.
See photos of the late Senator’s casket below.
