By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday led a high-powered delegation to Kogi State to commiserate with Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo over the death of his father, Alhaji Ahmed Momoh Sani Ododo, who passed away earlier in the day at the age of 83.
Shettima, accompanied by Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State, was received at the Obajana Airstrip by Deputy Governor Comrade Joel Salifu and other senior officials before proceeding to the Ododo family residence.
Speaking with journalists, the Vice President described the late patriarch as “a man of deep faith and remarkable humility” whose legacy of discipline, truthfulness, and compassion is reflected in the leadership qualities of his son, Governor Ododo.
“His life of service to God and humanity continues to inspire those who knew him. The family should take solace in the fact that he lived a fulfilled life and left enduring legacies,” Shettima said.
In his response, Governor Ododo thanked the Vice President for making the condolence visit despite his demanding schedule, saying the gesture demonstrated not only solidarity with his family but also a reaffirmation of the values of unity and compassion in leadership.