Second Republic Senate President in Nigeria, Dr. Joseph Wayas is dead. He was 80 years old.
His death, which happened in London, was confirmed by Governor Ben Ayade of Wayas home state of Cross River.
Ayade mourned Wayas’ transition in a post on Facebook.
“I received with profound sense of loss and shock, the sad news of the death of Former President of the Nigerian Senate, Dr. Joseph Wayas.
“As a state, Cross River is in pains as we mourn the passing of our illustrious son. He was a rare gem. Dr Wayas’ demise is indeed a monumental loss to our dear state and Nigeria.
“As Senate President, Dr Wayas contributed to the deepening of Nigeria’s democratic ethos through his robust and vibrant leadership of the upper legislative chamber.
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