{
  "id": 8883488,
  "title": "Ex-Kogi gov candidate mourns Ibrahim Idris",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/ex-kogi-gov-candidate-mourns-ibrahim-idris",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-21T08:58:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/ex-kogi-gov-candidate-mourns-ibrahim-idris/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Kogi State Governor Ibrahim Idris passed away, leaving a void in the political landscape of the region. Alhaji Murtala Ajaka, the defeated candidate in the 2023 gubernatorial election, mourned the loss in a heartfelt statement. Ajaka praised Idris for his nine-year tenure in office, from 2003 to 2012, and for his role as a respected elder statesman. The candidate expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former governor, stating that it was a significant loss not only to his family but to the people of Kogi State and all those touched by Idris' public service. Ajaka extended his condolences to Idris' immediate family, the Omala Local Government Area, the Igala Kingdom, and the entire people of Kogi State. In his prayer, Ajaka sought Allah's forgiveness for any shortcomings the former governor may have had, acceptance of his good deeds, and a place in Jannah Firdaus. He also prayed for his family and loved ones to find strength in bearing the loss.",
  "summary": "Ex-governorship candidate, Murtala Ajaka, has mourned the passing of former Kogi State Governor, Ibrahim Idris, describing his death as a significant loss. Read More: https://punchng.com/ex-kogi-gov-candidate-mourns-ibrahim-idris/",
  "key_points": [
    "Former Kogi State Governor Ibrahim Idris died.",
    "Alhaji Murtala Ajaka mourned Idris' passing.",
    "Ajaka praised Idris' nine-year tenure and legacy."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Ex-Kogi gov candidate mourns Ibrahim Idris",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/ex-kogi-gov-candidate-mourns-ibrahim-idris-8886119",
        "published": "2026-09-21T09:12:40.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "This Day",
        "title": "Tinubu Mourns Ex-Kogi Gov Ibrahim Idris",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/tinubu-mourns-ex-kogi-gov-ibrahim-idris",
        "published": "2026-09-21T09:43:31.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}