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Tinubu mourns ex-Kogi governor, says death painful loss

President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of former Kogi State Governor, Ibrahim Idris, describing his passing as a painful loss to his family and Nigeri Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-mourns-ex-kogi-governor-says-death-painful-loss/

Tinubu mourns ex-Kogi governor, says death painful loss

President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to the late former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, describing his death as a "painful loss" to his family, Kogi State, and Nigeria. Idris passed away in the United Kingdom on Sunday at the age of 77. The President conveyed his condolences to Idris's family, the Kogi State government, and the nation, as well as to the former governor's friends, associates, and political colleagues.

Tinubu highlighted Idris's dedication to public service and his significant contributions to the development of Kogi State and the nation during his tenure as governor from 2003 to 2012.

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