May 14, 2026

Yahaya Bello mourns Dino Melaye’s mother

By Muhammad A. Aliyu

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state has forwarded his words of condolences to Dino Melaye over the death of his mother, Comfort.

Okay Nigeria reports on Friday that the mother of the senator passed away on Thursday.

Onogwu Muhammed, Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, in a statement to Okay Nigeria disclosed that Bello described the death as “a rude shock and great loss not only to Kogi but Nigeria in general, given her invaluable contributions to the cause of humanity,” in parts.

The statement continued:

“Words are insufficient to condole one on a mother’s death, but I do urge you to take solace in the life that she lived.

“I have no doubt that mama’s impact and reach will continue to be felt through her offspring.

“On behalf of the great people of Kogi, my family and myself, I offer you our deep condolences.”

The governor further prayed the Almighty God to grant the senator and the rest of the Melaye’s family the grace to endure the irreparable loss.

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