A former House of Representative member, Hon Independence Ogunewe is dead. 

Nigerians received the news earlier today with shock. Hon. Ogunewe was a politician with exceptional policies rarely seen among “the political gladiators currently dominating our political climate."

“He was upright, cerebral, courageous and loyal to his electorates while he was serving in various public offices."

“His wealth of experience and contributions to the political landscape in Imo State and Nigeria in general will be greatly missed."

As a two-time member of the Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Hon. Ogunewe made several indelible marks at the the green chamber. It’s not surprising, therefore, that the Speaker of House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara immediately issued a heartfelt eulogy upon hearing of the death of Hon Ogunewe. In a press statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media and Public Affairs, Mr. Turaki Hassan, Dogara expressed shock over the sudden passing of the former lawmaker. “Ogunewe was a man of courage who stood for the truth always”, said Dogara.

In truth, During the 5th & 6th Assembly, we can’t forget the huge impacts left behind by the former astute legislator. We remember his heroic roles in bringing about many people-oriented policies in the country under his leadership of various committees in both the 5th and 6th legislatures. We also cannot forget his many acts of philanthropy, which the people of his Ahiazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency greatly benefitted from. Some of Ogunewe’s legislative legacies include his co-sponsorship of the motion that stopped a hasty handover of the Bakassi Peninsula to Cameroon until key national issues were sorted out. This motion, no doubts, contributed to the welfare of the indigenous people of bakassi, most of whom were resettled by the government before the eventual handover of their communities to the neighbouring country. 

Again, Ogunewe’s many poverty alleviation schemes, as well as women and youth empowerment schemes, are some of his acts of kindness that will remain indelible now that he’s gone.

Nigerians in general and Imolites in particular commiserate with the people of Ahiazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency over this painful loss of their benefactor. No doubts, his roles as a key voice of Democracy in Nigeria will be greatly missed. May the Lord rest his soul in perfect Peace.‎http://www.abujapress.com/2018/04/hon-independence-ogunewe-incalculable.html?m=1

FTC!!!!!!!

May he rest in peace.
I'd a former school mate whose dad died in similar manner
His was heart attack
I pray God to comfort the family and those left to mourn and remember him

Why do people only talk good of the dead.
That's bullcrap!

Let's always say it as it is.
This man was a thief, he looted government money, abused contracts and he will not make heaven.

He gained politics and now he has lost his soul.
The Lord will keep answering our prayers by wiping everyone who has contributed in making Nigeria a shtthole.

RIP...


...but RIP to the many Nigerians who die from poverty, sickness, hunger, police bullets, terrorists and armed robbery amongst others. May their souls rest in peace too.

We do not know him in Pakistan

More to come from this 8th NAS so that we go rest and youths can take over

his name sef, na waoo

yes, many many more to come

Who the fukk kinda parent wakes up one morning and thinks it's a good idea to name their kids:

Independence
Goodluck
Godknows
Thankgod
Savage

NwaAmaikpe:



Why do people only talk good of the dead.
That's bullcrap!

Let's always say it as it is.
This man was a thief, he looted government money, abused contracts and he will not make heaven.

He gained politics and now he has lost his soul.
The Lord will keep answering our prayers by wiping everyone who has contributed in making Nigeria a shtthole.

As a rule, we don't speak ill of the dead because they are not there to defend themselves. You have all the time of their life to accuse them bluntly. Where you cant, keep your peace. Most accusations are just that mere accusations. We don't really KNOW for sure.

NwaAmaikpe:



Why do people only talk good of the dead.
That's bullcrap!

Let's always say it as it is.
This man was a thief, he looted government money, abused contracts and he will not make heaven.

He gained politics and now he has lost his soul.
The Lord will keep answering our prayers by wiping everyone who has contributed in making Nigeria a shtthole.

Who told you the late legislator wants to go to heaven?

Someone that Buhari would give a board appointment before December.

What kind of name is that, independence, manager helicopter finecountry

OlujobaSamuel:
his name sef, na waoo

He was born on October 1st 1960 that was why his father, late Lt.-colonel David Ogunewe named him Independence in honor of Nigeria gaining independent.

Yankiss:


As a rule, we don't speak ill of the dead because they are not there to defend themselves. You have all the time of their life to accuse them bluntly. Where you cant, keep your peace. Most accusations are just that mere accusations. We don't really KNOW for sure.

But we accuse Late Judas Iscariot of betraying Jesus?
But we accuse Late Sani Abacha of theft?
But we accuse Late Ekwueme of impregnating a married woman twice?

You'll always be remembered for what you did while alive. Whether people talk about it or not is your luck.

Hmmmm big men are going 1 by 1 I pray dey rest in peace in other to prepare for the main day

Nigerians are still in shock over his death

we dnt knw him.Only. his village. pipu knw him

As many of them that have eaten our yams, they must die mysteriously

But it is unfortunate they didnt vomit our yams before they kick bucket

May his soul rest in peace. I hope he represented his people well.

Such an interesting name- Independence

Our Niger Delta brothers bear Heineken,Spartan, Director, Manager, America and Powerful.

What's in a name though.

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Christian
Working
Jovial

If u be ogbomeh or karashika...fire go burn before u call

Na so..

This world and majority of the people in it are terrible..

Please can someone summarize the story for me

Is Ogunewe not a typical afonja name?

Bla bla bla. He z dead n gone. Lots of bullcrap wen diz useless politicians die. He z dead n d world will still move on


Buhari sef ....make i find trouble

TonyeBarcanista:
Nigerians are still in shock over his death

Which Nigerians are in shock? What a statement!

NwaAmaikpe:



Why do people only talk good of the dead.
That's bullcrap!

Let's always say it as it is.
This man was a thief, he looted government money, abused contracts and he will not make heaven.

He gained politics and now he has lost his soul.
The Lord will keep answering our prayers by wiping everyone who has contributed in making Nigeria a shtthole.

They make money from politics, build a house in well policed Abuja and retire there

GLeesMODEL:
A former House of Representative member, Hon Independence Ogunewe is dead. 

Nigerians received the news earlier today with shock. Hon. Ogunewe was a politician with exceptional policies rarely seen among “the political gladiators currently dominating our political climate."

“He was upright, cerebral, courageous and loyal to his electorates while he was serving in various public offices."

“His wealth of experience and contributions to the political landscape in Imo State and Nigeria in general will be greatly missed."

As a two-time member of the Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Hon. Ogunewe made several indelible marks at the the green chamber. It’s not surprising, therefore, that the Speaker of House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara immediately issued a heartfelt eulogy upon hearing of the death of Hon Ogunewe. In a press statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media and Public Affairs, Mr. Turaki Hassan, Dogara expressed shock over the sudden passing of the former lawmaker. “Ogunewe was a man of courage who stood for the truth always”, said Dogara.

In truth, During the 5th & 6th Assembly, we can’t forget the huge impacts left behind by the former astute legislator. We remember his heroic roles in bringing about many people-oriented policies in the country under his leadership of various committees in both the 5th and 6th legislatures. We also cannot forget his many acts of philanthropy, which the people of his Ahiazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency greatly benefitted from. Some of Ogunewe’s legislative legacies include his co-sponsorship of the motion that stopped a hasty handover of the Bakassi Peninsula to Cameroon until key national issues were sorted out. This motion, no doubts, contributed to the welfare of the indigenous people of bakassi, most of whom were resettled by the government before the eventual handover of their communities to the neighbouring country. 

Again, Ogunewe’s many poverty alleviation schemes, as well as women and youth empowerment schemes, are some of his acts of kindness that will remain indelible now that he’s gone.

Nigerians in general and Imolites in particular commiserate with the people of Ahiazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency over this painful loss of their benefactor. No doubts, his roles as a key voice of Democracy in Nigeria will be greatly missed. May the Lord rest his soul in perfect Peace.‎http://www.abujapress.com/2018/04/hon-independence-ogunewe-incalculable.html?m=1

All Na wash, how many bills did he sponsor, who e help for e Co stituency, did he serve God?

Yankiss:


As a rule, we don't speak ill of the dead because they are not there to defend themselves. You have all the time of their life to accuse them bluntly. Where you cant, keep your peace. Most accusations are just that mere accusations. We don't really KNOW for sure.

Which rule? They do not need to be here to defend themselves but the truth must be told at all times. I am sick and tired of people talking so good about politicians when their sadistic footprints are everywhere in Nigeria. Counter Nwamaikpe's allegations with facts or be quiet. Millions of lives have been ruined by Nigerian politicians and it's about time the are condemned whether they are dead or alive.

NwaAmaikpe:



Why do people only talk good of the dead.
That's bullcrap!

Let's always say it as it is.
This man was a thief, he looted government money, abused contracts and he will not make heaven.

He gained politics and now he has lost his soul.
The Lord will keep answering our prayers by wiping everyone who has contributed in making Nigeria a shtthole.

I actually agree with you. We must put an end to this idea of extolling politicians dead or alive.
Ironically, no one has countered what you wrote about him. There's no resting place for Nigerian politicians.
Whether here or there