Former Senator Rafiu Adebayo Ibrahim, who represented Kwara South from 2015 to 2019, has passed away, News About Nigeria reports.
The ex-lawmaker, born on December 12, 1966, reportedly succumbed to a brief illness in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
His family confirmed the sad news through a statement issued by his aide, Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir.
In the statement, the family expressed their profound sorrow at the loss of Senator Rafiu, describing him as a beloved father, uncle, and brother who left behind a legacy of dedication, service, and profound impact.
They requested prayers and support during this difficult time and assured that details of his burial arrangements would be communicated soon.
“Senator Rafiu returned to his creator this morning, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, service, and profound impact.
“We kindly request your prayers and support during this difficult time. His burial arrangements will be communicated in due course.
“We pray Allah forgives his shortcomings and grants him Al-jannah Firdaus. Ameen,” the statement read.
The former press secretary of former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed, Alh Wahab Oba, also confirmed that Senator Ibrahim’s body would arrive at Ilorin International Airport at noon, with burial scheduled at Osere Muslim Cemetery, Ilorin, at 2:00 pm.
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq expressed shock and deep sadness at Senator Ibrahim’s passing.
In a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor extended sympathies to the late lawmaker’s family, the people of Ojoku in Oyun Local Government Area, and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
“This shocking development again reminds everyone of the inevitability of death for all human beings, and the fact that it could come unannounced for anyone.
“Governor AbdulRazaq prays to Allah to admit the senator to al-Jannah Firdaus and give comfort to his family members, political associates, and followers,” the statement read.
