The Middle Belt Journalists Forum MBJF has described the passage of former Deputy governor of Nasarawa state, Solomon Ewuga as a painful incidence, saying he will be missed for his unshakable belief in Nigerian Unity.
In a statement jointly signed by the President and Secretary of the Forum, Mark Mayah and Ladi Emmanuel
respectively, the group said “it is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that the MBJF received the news of the passing of His Excellency, Senator Solomon Ewuga, former Deputy Governor of Nasarawa state and Chairman, Board Of Trustees, Middle Belt Journalists Forum, MBJF who departed this life Tuesday, September 22nd, 2025, in Abuja.
“Senator Ewuga, was to the very core, a patriot, a statesman. His legacy of service and sacrifice endures. He served Nasarawa state and the nation with unwavering dedication, first as a deputy governor, a senator and minister of state ( FCT ) during the Obasanjo administration. Duty, honour, and a deep commitment to the unity and progress of our nation defined his life.
“He stood firm through the most turbulent times, leading with quiet strength, profound integrity, and an unshakable belief in Nigeria’s potential. He championed discipline in public service and placed the country above personal interest at every turn.
“In this moment of mourning, we extend our deepest condolences to his beloved wife, with his children, the entire Ewuga family, the Eggon Nation and all who knew and loved him.
“We also extend our condolences to the government and people of Nasarawa State and Nigeria. We honour his service. We reflect on his legacy. And we pray for the peaceful repose of his soul” the group noted.
