The Nigerian Senate has strongly rejected claims that it neglected its duties in the burial of its late colleague, Senator Ifeanyi Ubah. In a statement issued by Yemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Publicity, the Senate described the allegations circulating on social media as unfounded and misleading.
Adaramodu emphasized that the Senate honored Ubah’s memory with all the necessary tributes before his burial in Nnewi. For the first time in the history of the National Assembly, a full legislative day was dedicated to paying tribute to the late Senator.
His seat was draped with the national flag, recognizing his service to the Senate and to the people of Anambra South Senatorial District.
“The Nigerian Senate did not neglect Senator Ubah or his family,” Adaramodu stated. “From the moment the news of his death broke, the Senate conveyed condolences to the government and people of Anambra State.”
He further highlighted that Senate President Godswill Akpabio led a delegation of senior Senate officials to visit Ubah’s family in Lagos shortly after his passing. Additionally, nearly 100 Senators attended the valedictory session held in his honor, where tributes were paid by prominent figures, including Vice President Kashim Shettima.
Adaramodu noted that substantial numbers of Senators attended the burial in Nnewi and that the Senate had made prior arrangements with the Ubah family to ensure its presence. He expressed disappointment that certain media outlets misinterpreted the Senate’s actions and falsely claimed neglect.
“It is absolutely preposterous to suggest that the Senate failed to honor Senator Ubah,” Adaramodu concluded. “The Senate has done everything within its power to honor our colleague and provide support to his family during this difficult time.”