Ekene Abubakar Adams
Ekene Abubakar Adams | |
|---|---|
| Federal Representative | |
| Constituency | Chikun/Kajuru |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 16 April 1985 |
| Died | 16 July 2024 (aged 39) |
| Party | Labour Party (Nigeria) |
| Occupation | Politician |
Ekene Abubakar Adams (16 April 1985 – 16 July 2024) was a Nigerian politician from the Labour Party.[1] Adams was born on 16 April 1985.[2] Until his death on 16 July 2024 he was a member of the House of Representatives for the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency of Kaduna State.[3]
Early football career and administration
Before entering politics, Ekene Abubakar Adams was involved in football as a player and administrator. He served as the general manager of Kada City Football Club in Kaduna State and later held the same position at Remo Stars in Ogun State. His experience in football administration preceded his entry into the House of Representatives.[4][5]
Political career
Adams contested the 2023 Nigerian general election on the platform of the Labour Party and was elected to represent the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency of Kaduna State in the House of Representatives. During the 10th National Assembly, he served as chairman of the House Committee on Sports. His previous experience in football administration was frequently referenced in reports about his appointment to the position.[6][2]
As chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Adams participated in discussions concerning the administration and funding of sports in Nigeria. In May 2024, he was involved in a public disagreement with the Minister of Sports Development over the management and oversight of funds allocated to the sports sector.[7]
Death
Ekene Abubakar Adams died on 16 July 2024 at the age of 39. At the time of his death, he was serving as the representative of the Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency and chairman of the House Committee on Sports. His death was followed by tributes from political figures, sports organisations and individuals within the Nigerian football community.[5][8]
Following his death, the House of Representatives announced a contribution to support Nigeria's contingent to the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in his honour.[9]
References
- ↑ Abubakar, Adamu (16 July 2024). "House of Reps Member, Lawmaker Ekene Adams Dies at 39 • Okay.ng". Okay.ng. Retrieved 16 July 2024.
- 1 2 Ekene Abubakar Adams
- ↑ Are, Jesupemi (16 July 2024). "'He was a fearless politician' — Uba Sani mourns Ekene Adams". TheCable. Retrieved 16 July 2024.
- ↑ Bulus, Israel (22 July 2024). "Reps Speaker vows to complete deceased member's Kaduna projects". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 23 July 2026.
- 1 2 Adewale, Abiodun (16 July 2024). "Reps sports committee chair, Adams, dies at 39". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 23 July 2026.
- ↑ Reporters, Our (16 July 2024). "Reps lose fourth member in one year". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 23 July 2026.
- ↑ Amos, Kobor (25 May 2024). "Minister, Lawmaker at 'war' over N12b intervention fund". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 23 July 2026.
- ↑ Adewale, Abiodun (16 July 2024). "Enoh, NFF, others mourn Reps sports committee chair Adams". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 23 July 2026.
- ↑ Yakubu, Dirisu (17 July 2024). "Paris Games: Reps back Team Nigeria with N100m". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 23 July 2026.