10/01/2026
BURIAL DETAILS ANNOUNCED FOR LATE SENATOR GODIYA AKWASHIKI
The family of late Senator Godiya Akwashiki has announced the burial arrangements for the lawmaker.
Senator Akwashiki passed away last week at a hospital in Delhi, India, after a protracted illness.
According to a statement by family sources, the burial ceremony will take place on Saturday, January 17, 2026. A funeral service is scheduled to be held at 9:00 a.m. at St. Williams Cathedral Church, Lafia, along Jos Road, Nasarawa State.
Following the church service, the remains of the late senator will be laid to rest at his residence along Shendam Road, Lafia, where the final interment will take place.
The late Senator Godiya Akwashiki was widely regarded as a dedicated public servant whose contributions to governance and community development left a lasting impact.
Family members, friends, associates, and well-wishers are expected to attend the burial rites to pay their final respects.
May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.
