Senator Ali Ndume of Borno South has called on the Senate to allow Uchenna Ubah, the widow of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, to succeed her husband as the representative of Anambra South in the Senate.
Speaking during a valedictory session held on Tuesday in honour of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, Ndume made an emotional appeal for the Senate to support Uchenna Ubah’s candidacy.
He highlighted the importance of preserving her husband’s legacy and ensuring continuity in the representation of Anambra South.
“I appeal to you, Mr. President, and my colleagues, to keep the spirit and aspirations of Ifeanyi Ubah alive by allowing his wife to continue his work,” Ndume stated.
He drew attention to historical examples where family members succeeded their late relatives in the Senate, continuing their political legacies.
Ndume cited the case of Margery Okadigbo, who succeeded her late husband, Chuba Okadigbo, in the Senate.
He also mentioned Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, who served in the Senate and continued her husband’s political vision, along with other notable figures like Tokunbo Abiru, Iyabo Obasanjo, Ede Dafinone, and Abdulaziz Yar’Adua, who had all represented their family’s political legacies in the Senate.
Ndume stressed that Uchenna Ubah, who had been a close support system to her husband throughout his political career, would be an ideal candidate to represent Anambra South, ensuring both continuity and respect for the people of the region.
“Let us support the family in ensuring that Ifeanyi’s spirit is represented in this chamber when the election for Anambra South comes up. This will be a fitting tribute to the late senator and a continuation of his service to the people.”
Senator Ifeanyi Ubah passed away in July at the age of 52, leaving behind a significant political legacy.
Ndume’s appeal is aimed at honoring his memory and ensuring that his work is carried forward by someone with a deep understanding of his vision – his wife, Uchenna Ubah.
