Reps appoint Ibrahim Isiaka as deputy chief whip to replace late Adewunmi Onanuga

The house of representatives has named Ibrahim Isiaka as the new deputy chief whip.

Tajudeen Abbas, speaker of the house, announced Isiaka’s appointment during the plenary session on Tuesday.

“Following consultations with the All Progressives Congress (APC) caucus and other stakeholders from the south-west, the leadership of the house has received and accepted the recommendation of honourable Isiaka Ibrahim to serve as the deputy chief whip of the house of representatives,” the speaker said.

“We congratulate honourable Isiaka Ibrahim on this well-deserved elevation and trust that he will bring the same dedication and commitment to his new role as he has demonstrated in his service to this house and his constituents.

“We wish him success and God’s guidance as he undertakes this important responsibility. May we all continue to honour the memory of honourable Onanuga by working together to serve the Nigerian people with diligence, integrity, and a sense of purpose.”

Isiaka, who represents the Ifo/Ewekoro federal constituency of Ogun, replaces Adewunmi Onanuga, who died on January 15.

Onanuga represented the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo north federal constituency of Ogun state.

Until his appointment, Isiaka was the chairman of the house committee on national planning and economic development.

Isiaka was first elected to the lower legislative chamber in 2015.