Godiya Akwashiki
NigeriapoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Senator Godiya Akwashiki, who passed away at the age of 52 after a prolonged illness, was a prominent Nigerian politician representing the Nasarawa North Senatorial District in the 10th Senate on the platform of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). His death prompted an outpouring of tributes from party leaders and political stakeholders, who lauded his integrity, selfless service, and commitment to his constituents. Akwashiki was remembered as a 'shining star' in Nigerian politics, whose legacy of principled leadership and compassion made a lasting impact on the political landscape of Nasarawa State.
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Godiya Akwashiki's death resulted in the election of Envulu Anza.
Akpabio Swears In Four New Senators After By-ElectionsNigeria· 2026-06-24
Senator Godiya Akwashiki died after a prolonged illness, creating a vacancy for the by-election.
APC wins Nasarawa senatorial by-electionNigeria· 2026-06-21
The by-election is being conducted across Nasarawa Eggon, Akwanga and Wamba local government areas to fill the vacant seat left by the late Senator Godiya Akwashiki, who died after a prolonged illness.
Nasarawa Gov Lauds Smooth Conduct of Senatorial By-ElectionNigeria· 2026-06-20
Senator Godiya Akwashiki of Nasarawa State has passed away.
Senate Reconvenes Amid Uproar Over Electoral Act AmendmentNigeria· 2026-02-10
Godiya Akwashiki was a Senator representing Nasarawa North Senatorial District who passed away on December 31, 2025.
Akpabio, governors, others attend Nasarawa senator Akwashiki’s funeralNigeria· 2026-01-17
Senator Godiya Akwashiki represented Nasarawa North Senatorial District in the 10th Senate until his death.
Senator Akwashiki buried amid tributes from SDP leadersNigeria· 2026-01-15
