House of Reps Deputy Chief Whip Adewunmi Onanuga Dies: Nation Mourns
Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, the Deputy Chief Whip of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, passed away on January 15, 2025, at the age of 59, following a brief illness.
Born on December 2, 1965, in Hammersmith, London, Onanuga was a dedicated public servant and entrepreneur. She represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency of Ogun State.
Elected to the House of Representatives in 2019 under the All Progressives Congress (APC), she served as the Chairperson of the House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development during the 9th Assembly. In 2023, she was re-elected and appointed Deputy Chief Whip of the 10th Assembly.
Her passing has elicited condolences from colleagues and constituents, who remember her as a visionary leader and passionate advocate for her community.
Akin Rotimi, spokesperson for the House of Representatives, expressed profound sorrow, noting her impactful contributions to Nigeria’s political landscape.