KOGI GOV’S FATHER, ALHAJI AHMED ODODO DIES AT 83
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By: Sefiu Ajape
Alhaji Ahmed Ododo, father of Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo, has passed away.
The news of his death was confirmed in a statement on Monday by the Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Fanwo.
According to Fanwo, the late 83-year-old Momohsani was a devout Muslim and will be laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites.
The statement reads: “The Kogi State Government regrets to announce the passing of the father of the Executive Governor of Kogi State, Late Alhaji Ahmed Momohsani Ododo, who returned to his Creator a few hours ago at the age of 83.
“His Janazah (funeral) will be conducted and he will be laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites
“We pray to Allah (SWT) to forgive his shortcomings, accept his good deeds, and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus.
“We also pray that Almighty Allah grants the Governor, his family, and the entire Ododo family the strength to bear this great loss with fortitude.”
Although the circumstances of his death were not revealed, government officials and political leaders in Kogi are expected to honour the governor’s late father, who was highly respected in his community.
The late Alhaji Ahmed Momohsani is survived by children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, including Governor Usman Ododo, who took office in January 2024.
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