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Sunday, October 29, 2023

President Tinubu mourns death of Ohinoyi of Ebiraland Ado Ibrahim 

The president described the late traditional ruler as peace-loving, affable, and cerebral.

• October 29, 2023
Tinubu and Ohinoyi of Ebiraland Ado Ibrahim
Tinubu and Ohinoyi of Ebiraland Ado Ibrahim

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday condoled with the government and people of Kogi on the passing of the revered traditional ruler, His Majesty, Dr Ado Ibrahim, the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland.

Mr Tinubu, in a statement by his Special Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, said the death of the Ohinoyi was a painful loss.

The president described the late traditional ruler as peace-loving, affable, and cerebral.

“The Ohinoyi of Ebiraland was in a class of his own. He was highly respected and admired for his deep insights, wisdom, and sophistication.

“He had a masterful way of handling issues. He was very knowledgeable and wise.

“May Almighty Allah grant His Majesty Aljannah Firdaus,” the president prayed.

President Tinubu asked the good people of Kogi to take solace in the legacy of peace and fellowship left behind by the late traditional ruler.

(NAN)

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