Former House of Representatives Member, Wole Diya is Dead

• Diya, a two-term representative of Somolu Federal Constituency in the Green Chamber, died on Friday
  

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A former member of the House of Representatives, Wole Duro Diya, has passed away.

Diya, a two-term representative of Somolu Federal Constituency in the Green Chamber, died on Friday. He was also a two-term member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, representing Somolu State Constituency I. Diya was the younger brother of the late General Oladipo Diya, a former Chief of Defence Staff.

The Chairman of Somolu Local Government, Hon. Abdul Hamed Salawu, confirmed his death.

He said, “The news of the demise of our amiable leader, Hon. Oyewole Babafemi Diya, is shocking, and we are still grappling with it. His passing leaves a deep void in our hearts and in the fabric of our community.

“Hon. Diya was a perfect gentleman, a leader who exemplified humility, integrity, and unwavering dedication to the people he served.

“Hon. Diya was more than just a political leader within the All Progressives Congress; he was a true champion of the people, always prioritizing the needs of his constituents and the community at large. His concern for the well-being of others set him apart as a leader of remarkable empathy and vision.”

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