By Enyichukwu Enemanna
A former Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives, Ghali Umar Na’Abba has passed away at the age of 65.
Born on September 27, 1958, Na’Abba battled a prolonged illness before succumbing to the cold hands of death in the early hours of Wednesday.
He served as the Speaker of the lower chamber of the Nigerian national Assembly between 1999 and 2003 when democratic governance returned in the African most populous nation.
His health struggles had previously prompted his medical evacuation abroad for treatment, leading to an extended period away from Nigeria. However, he successfully recuperated and returned to his home country.
Initially affiliated with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Na’Abba represented the Kano Municipal Federal Constituency, securing victory during the April 1999 general elections.
