President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences on the death of former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, who passed away in the United Kingdom on Sunday at the age of 77. Tinubu described Idris's death as a "painful loss" to his family, Kogi State, and Nigeria. The President's condolences were conveyed through a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Idris served as governor of Kogi State from 2003 to 2012, and during his administration, his government recorded significant interventions in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other critical sectors. Tinubu acknowledged Idris's contributions to Nigeria's democratic development and his years of engagement in public affairs. The former governor's legacy in Kogi State and Nigeria is being remembered and honored by leaders and citizens alike.
Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo declared three days of mourning in honor of Idris, following the news of his death. The state government and people, as well as Idris's friends, associates, and political colleagues, are mourning the loss of the former governor. Tinubu extended his deepest condolences to the Idris family, the Kogi State Government, and people, as well as the former governor's friends and associates.
In his statement, Tinubu remembered and honored Idris's contributions to the growth of Kogi State and Nigeria. The President noted that Idris devoted a substantial part of his life to public service and the development of Kogi State. He described Idris as a committed public servant whose years in office formed an important chapter in the political and developmental history of Kogi State.
The President prayed that Allah would forgive Idris's shortcomings, accept his good deeds, and grant him Aljannah Firdaus. Tinubu also prayed that Allah would grant the deceased's family the strength and fortitude to bear the loss. The condolence message from the President reflects the high esteem in which Idris was held by the government and people of Nigeria.
Idris's death has been met with tributes from various political leaders and stakeholders across Nigeria. The outpouring of condolences is a testament to the impact Idris had on the lives of many Nigerians, particularly in Kogi State, where he served as governor for nearly a decade. His legacy continues to be celebrated and honored by those who knew him and worked with him.
Key points
- President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of former Kogi State Governor Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, describing his passing as a painful loss to his family, Kogi State, and Nigeria.
- Idris served as governor of Kogi State from 2003 to 2012 and made significant interventions in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other critical sectors.
- Tinubu extended his condolences to the Idris family, the Kogi State Government, and people, as well as the former governor's friends, associates, and political colleagues.
