Ajaka Mourns Former Kogi Governor, Ibrahim Idris - THISDAYLIVE

‎Adedayo AkinwaleA former governorship candidate, Murtala Ajaka has expressed sorrow over the passing of former Governor of Kogi State, Ibrahim Idris, describing his death as a significant loss to his family and the people of Kogi State.‎‎In a condolence message, Ajaka noted that the former governor occupied an important place in the political history of Kogi State, having served the state for nearly nine years between 2003 and 2012.‎‎He said Idris would be remembered for his years of public service and his role as an elder statesman who contributed to the political and developmental journey of the state.‎Ajaka added: ‎“This is a painful loss, not only to his immediate family but to the people of Kogi State and everyone whose life he touched during his years of public service.‎‎“His Excellency, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, served our state at the highest level and remained an important figure in the political history of Kogi State. His passing marks the end of a significant chapter in our state,” Ajaka said.‎Ajaka extended his condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, the people of Omala Local Government Area, the Igala Kingdom and the entire people of Kogi State.‎‎He prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive the former governor’s shortcomings, accept his good deeds and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus, while giving his family and loved ones the strength to bear the loss.‎

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