The deputy governor of Kogi State. Architect Yomi Awoniyi, yesterday paid a condolence visit to the palace of the late Attah Igala, Dr. Aliyu Obaje.
The deputy governor who was accompanied by Alhaji Jubrin Usman and Alhaji Abdul Adama, expressed his grief over the loss of the monarch.
Alhaji Abdul Adama and Alhaji Usman in the palace yesterday
Awoniyi explained to the gathering at the palace that the executive governor of the state, Captain Idris Wada was just touching down at China when he heard of the demise of the royal father and would as a matter of priority visit the kingdom as soon as he returns.
The deputy governor recalled his warm relationship with the late Attah Igala whom he described as a true leader who piloted the affairs of Kogi State Traditional Council without rancour.
Arc. Yomi Awoniyi reads the condolence letter
He presented the condolence letter from the governor to the family before leaving the palace.
