Nasarawa state Governor Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule has expressed deep shock and sadness over the sudden death of the Executive Chairman of Akwanga Local Government Area, Honourable Emmanuel Joseph Leweh.

According to the press statement signed by Chief Press Secretary to the governor of Nasarawa state Malam Ibrahim Adara indicated that Governor Sule who visited the family of deceased on Friday morning described the late Honourable Leweh as a vibrant gentleman and visionary leader who made great contributions to the development of the council and the state at large.

He added that Honourable Leweh’s contributions to the overall fortunes and growth of the All-Progressives Congress APC in Akwanga and the state are remarkable.

According to Engr. Sule, “in only a few months into his 3-year tenure, the young man has shown great courage, leadership and sincere commitment to uniting the people of the area and steering the council on the path of accelerated growth”

The Governor sees the passing of the Council Chairman as a huge loss to the Mada nation in particular and the state in general. He urged youths in the area to consider the death of Hon. Leweh as the will of God.

He therefore, condoles the Mada nation, the people of Akwanga local government, the APC family and the family of the deceased while urging them to pray for the repose of the soul of Emmanuel Leweh.