Former Governor Bello, Kogi Poly Rector Condoles Ododo over Father’s Death

From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja

The immediate past Governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello and the Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Professor Salisu Usman Ogbo have commiserated with the incumbent Governor of the state, Ahmed Ododo over his father’s demise. adsbygoogle || []).push({});

Former Governor Yahaya Bello’s condolence message reads; “It is with the heaviest of hearts that I received sad news just now of the passing of Alhaji Ahmed Momoh Sani Ododo, your esteemed and beloved father, at the age of 83. Words can never truly capture the depth of grief that comes with such a loss, but I want you to know that you do not bear this burden alone.

“He was more than just a parent to you – he was a moral compass, a wise guide and a stabilising force whose strength and values helped to forge you into the good man and excellent leader that you are today. His quiet sacrifices, his unassuming wisdom and his dedication to the best of family and community values are clearly reflected in the integrity, humility and commitment with which you now serve the people of Kogi State.

“In moments such as this, we are reminded that life’s greatest legacy is not in material possessions, but in the children we raise and the values we pass on. By every account, your father lived a fulfilled life, attained a ripe old age and by giving Kogi State a worthy son as Governor, he has left behind the legacy of a family name that commands respect and admiration.

“I mourn Baba with you and I share, deeply and personally, in your pain – for he was, in every sense, my own father as well. Take comfort in knowing that your father’s spirit lives on through you. Continue to honor him by leading with the same sense of responsibility, dignity and compassion that he instilled in you.

“I pray Almighty Allah, in His infinite mercy and compassion, to forgive his shortcomings and admit him into Aljannah Firdaus. May he grant you and the entire Ahmed Sani and Ododo family the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.

“Please accept my heartfelt condolences, and be assured of my continuous prayers and unshakeable support”

Similarly, the Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic On behalf of the Governing Council, Management, Academic Board, staff and students extended deepest condolences to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, on the sad event of the passing of his beloved father, Alhaji Ahmed Momohsani Ododo who returned to his Creator at the blessed age of 83.

According to the statement issued by the Rector “The news of Baba’s passing is indeed a painful one to us but we take solace in the fact that he lived a fulfilled and impactful life; a life anchored on devotion to the service of Allah (SWT), and commitment to the well-being of his family, and community.

“We pray to Almighty Allah (SWT) to forgive his shortcomings, accept his acts of worship and good deeds, and grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus.

“We also pray that Allah strengthens His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, the entire Ododo family and indeed the good people of Kogi State to bear this irreparable loss with fortitude and unwavering faith.

“May the memory of our dear patriarch remain a blessing to all, Amin!”