House mourns passing of 10th Assembly Member, Rep. Isa Dogonyaro

The House of Representatives has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Rep. Isa Dogonyaro (Kogunan Ringim), the Member representing Babura/Garki Federal Constituency of Jigawa State in the Green Chamber.

News of his passing was contained in a statement issued on Friday by Rep Akin Rotimi Jr., House Spokesman and Chairman of the House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, noting that the lawmaker died on May 10, 2024, in Abuja, following a brief illness, at the age of 46.

Rep. Rotimi Jr. described the late Dogonyaro as a dedicated and passionate legislator who served his constituents and the nation with utmost commitment; particularly as the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Control.

Noting that prayers of the House are with his family, constituents, colleagues & people of Jigawa State, the Spokesman also prayed for Almighty Allah (SWT) to forgive the deceased’s shortcomings & grant him Al-Janat Firdaus.

Read the full statement below:

"It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Hon. Isa Dogonyaro (Kogunan Ringim), the distinguished Member representing the Babura/Garki Federal Constituency of Jigawa State in the 10th Assembly of the House of Representatives.

Hon. Dogonyaro passed away after a brief illness, today, Friday, May 10, 2024, in Abuja, at the age of 46.

Hon. Isa Dogonyaro was a dedicated and passionate legislator who served his constituents and the nation with utmost commitment. He was a pillar in the House, contributing significantly to the development of legislation, particularly in the area of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Control, where he served as the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee.

Elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Dogonyaro was known for his integrity, diligence, and unwavering dedication to the welfare of the Nigerian people. His presence will be sorely missed in the hallowed chambers of the House of Representatives.

Hon. Isa Dogonyaro was a detribalised patriot who was very jovial as much as he was an intellectual. He built strong bonds of friendship with Honourable Members from all parts of the country. He is survived by wives and children.

In this moment of grief, our thoughts and prayers are with his family, constituents, colleagues, and the people of Jigawa State. We pray for strength and comfort for all who mourn his passing.

"I woke up this morning to the sad news of the passing away of a brother, friend and patriotic Nigerian, Hon. Isa Dogonyaro. I am pained by his death because he was a committed member of the 10th House, who has demonstrated zeal, determination, and dedication to nation-building," said Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, PhD. "He was a perfect gentleman and a sound lawmaker. His departure will leave a vacuum in the House. We will sorely miss him."

Speaker Abbas also prayed to Allah (SWT) to grant the remaining members of the House the grace to be alive and healthy in the service to the country.

Prayers will be held for the dear departed after Jumaat prayers, today, at 2.30pm at the National Mosque, Abuja, further to which the interment will take place in accordance with Islamic rites at the Gudu Muslim Cemetery.

May his gentle soul rest in peace, and may the Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings and grant him Al-Janat Firdaus."

Signed:
Rep. Akin Rotimi, Jr.
House Spokesman
Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs