Hon. Yaya Bauchi Tongo, member representing Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has passed away.
The news of his death was confirmed on Thursday, sending shockwaves across Gombe State and the National Assembly. Hon. Tongo was serving his term in the 10th House of Representatives at the time of his passing.
Tributes have begun pouring in from colleagues, constituents, and political leaders, who described him as a committed representative who worked closely with the people of Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye
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His passing creates a vacancy in the House of Representatives and is expected to trigger a bye-election in the constituency in line with electoral law.
May his soul rest in peace.