Edlúcio Donato, the president of the political party Podemos in Maceió, has died due to complications from prostate cancer after a year-long battle. His family announced the news on social media, but details regarding the funeral arrangements have not yet been disclosed. Donato was hospitalized in the prestigious Sirio-Libanese Hospital in Sao Paulo at the time of his passing.

His death has garnered condolences from various sectors, including Podemos Alagoas, political peers, and fellow supporters from his beloved football club, Centro Sportivo Alagoano (CSA). The outpouring of grief reflects Donato's local significance in Maceió and highlights the close-knit nature of the political and sports community in the region.

Donato's leadership role within Podemos and his commitment to his political career had a considerable impact on local politics in Alagoas. His passing raises questions about the future leadership within the party and may influence local political dynamics, especially as elections approach, emphasizing the importance of political stability in the region.