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Ex-PDP Deputy National Chairman, Senator Babayo Garba Gamawa Is Dead

Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Deputy National chairman, Senator Babayo Garba Gamawa, is dead.

Garba reportedly died after a brief illness in Bauchi State on Friday.

According to DailyTrust, his Spokesperson, Isah Garba Gadau while confirming his death Friday night said:

“He complained of a slight stomach ache and was taken to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) where he was admitted. I am heading to his house now.”

KanyiDaily recalls that the PDP, National Working Committee (NWC) had on January 8 suspended, Sen. Babayo, for defecting to the ruling APC.

Tobias Sylvester

Tobias Sylvester is the news editor for Kanyi Daily News and is based in Lagos. Contact Tobias at editor@kanyidaily.com. Got a confidential tip? Submit it here

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