Former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Chief Dubem Onyia, has passed away at an Abuja hospital following a brief illness. Onyia, who served as a lawmaker in 1999 before taking up a ministerial role, played a key role in shaping Nigeria’s foreign relations and economic policies.
Beyond politics, he was a respected figure in corporate governance and a trustee of the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Foundation, contributing to national development. His passing has left a deep void in Nigeria’s political and diplomatic circles, with tributes pouring in to honor his legacy of service.