Nigeria’s political landscape has been thrown into mourning following the death of Hon. Yaya Bauchi Tongo, a member of the House of Representatives who represented the Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency of Gombe State. The lawmaker reportedly passed away in Abuja after battling an illness, bringing an abrupt end to his service in the National Assembly.
According to reports, Tongo died at Nizamiye Hospital in Abuja on Friday, June 12, 2026. News of his passing was made public by former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Pantami, who revealed that he had visited the lawmaker just hours before his death. Pantami disclosed that he became deeply concerned after witnessing Tongo’s deteriorating health condition during the visit and later received the heartbreaking news of his demise.
The late lawmaker was widely known in Gombe State politics and was regarded as a prominent voice for his constituents in the Green Chamber. His death has sparked an outpouring of grief from political associates, supporters, and residents of Gombe State, many of whom have taken to social media to pay tribute to his contributions and public service. ..READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE .
In his condolence message, Pantami described Tongo’s passing as a painful loss not only to his family but also to the people he represented. He urged Nigerians to remember the deceased in their prayers while expressing hope that his family would find the strength to bear the loss. The former minister also reflected on the significance many Muslims attach to passing away on a Friday, offering prayers for the repose of the lawmaker’s soul.
Tongo’s death comes at a time when the National Assembly has witnessed a number of political developments and transitions. His passing creates a vacuum in the representation of the Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency and is expected to trigger discussions regarding the process of filling the vacant seat in accordance with electoral and legislative procedures.
As tributes continue to pour in from across the country, many have remembered Hon. Yaya Bauchi Tongo as a dedicated public servant whose political career was centered on advancing the interests of his constituents. His death marks the end of a chapter in Gombe politics and leaves behind a legacy that supporters say will not be forgotten anytime soon.
