Adekola, Richard Olorunrokan, "King Rokan"; condolences
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 177), not a policy bill. It honors the life and memory of Richard Olorunrokan Adekola, known as "King Rokan," a Nigerian American musician, cultural leader, and community advocate in Georgia. The resolution recognizes his contributions as a performer who played at the 1996 Olympics opening ceremony, entertained three U.S. and Nigerian presidents, and promoted African heritage through music. It was adopted by the Georgia House of Representatives on February 5, 2025, expressing condolences to his family and celebrating his cultural impact. The resolution has no policy effects or direct impact on constituents.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2025
Last action Feb 5, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Feb 5, 2025
Lower · Passed
House Read and Adopted
lower
Feb 5, 2025
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
5 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
El-Mahdi Holly
DDemocratic
P
Gabe Okoye
DDemocratic
P
Phil Olaleye
DDemocratic
P
Segun Adeyina
DDemocratic
P
Solomon Adesanya
DDemocratic
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