Shock and mourning have gripped Kogi State following the deaths of three key figures of the ruling All Progressives Congress, an incident that has sent waves of sorrow through the state’s political circle.
Those lost are Hon. Onojah James Ignatius, Hon. Jatto Onimisi Suleiman and Alhaji Alih Atabo—men widely regarded as the backbone of the party’s grassroots strength in different parts of the state.
The grim announcement was made on Monday by the Kogi State Government through a statement released in Lokoja by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo.
Hon. Onojah James Ignatius served as Special Adviser to the Governor and was a former Chairman of Igalamela Local Government Area, known for his deep connection with the grassroots and fierce commitment to community development. Hon. Jatto Onimisi Suleiman, a Senior Special Assistant to the Governor, was described as a diligent public servant whose quiet dedication spoke louder than words. Alhaji Alih Atabo, the APC Chairman of Anyigba Ward in Dekina Local Government Area, was praised as a loyal party stalwart who worked relentlessly to strengthen the APC at the ward level.
According to Fanwo, the trio served Kogi State and the APC with rare devotion, loyalty and selflessness, leaving behind legacies that will be difficult to replace.
Notably, the statement offered no details on the circumstances surrounding their deaths, a silence that has deepened the sense of shock and speculation.
The commissioner conveyed the condolences of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, the state government and the people of Kogi State to the families of the deceased, their associates and the APC family.
He also extended sympathies to the people of Igalamela, Okene and Dekina, saying the impact of the late leaders’ service and sacrifice would continue to resonate across the state long after their passing.
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