Hyderabad, Feb. 21 -- Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has expressed deep shock and sadness at the sudden death of Green MP Fa'anana Efeso Collins. Luxon praised Collins as a kind and friendly man, emphasizing his dedication as a champion for the Samoan and South Auckland communities.

Green MP Efeso Collins, 49, tragically passed away after collapsing during the ChildFund Water Run charity event in central Auckland. Emergency services responded promptly with CPR and defibrillators, but Collins succumbed to the incident at the scene. He is survived by his wife Fia and two daughters.

Collins, holding the Samoan ali'i chief title of Fa'anana, was raised in South Auckland and became a prominent advocate for the area, particularly supporting...