The National Vice Chairman, North Central, of the Labour Party, Comrade Adi Shirsha Adi, has died at age 61
Adi’s death was announced on Thursday by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Olufemi Arabambi.
According to Arabambi, in a statement obtained by newsmen, Shirsha Adi died on Wednesday after battling a brief illness.
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The statement read:
“The National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, on behalf of the National Working Committee and National Executive Council of Labour Party, regrettably announce the death of our National Vice Chairman, North Central of the Labour Party, Comrade Adi Shirsha Adi who passed away on Wednesday evening after a brief illness.”
Arabambi explained that the politician’s death was shocking, adding that his contribution to the enthronement of the people’s government will be sorely missed.
The party expressed sadness over the development, describing Shirsha Adi as a dedicated and committed man who contributed immensely to the party’s growth in the zone.
The party said:
“This is not the kind of news we expect to broadcast. But as believers, we cannot question God; he knows best.
“As believers, we have no option but to thank God for his life. And as a party, we will continue to forge ahead in the philosophy he was yearning for.
“Our party is overwhelmed by this great loss of a very patriotic Nigerian leader; a man of immense humility, who demonstrated an exceptional commitment to our country’s unity, stability and development.”
The party then urged the family to sustain the legacies of their father.
This paper learnt that Adi hailed from the Konshisha Local Government Area of Benue State.
