An aide to the Kogi State Governor, Siaka Oyibi, has died at the age of 69 after he reportedly lost the battle against diabetes.

This was disclosed in a statement issued by the State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Fanwo.
Until his death, Ogini was the Chairman of Kogi State Security Trust Fund.
"A retired Army Officer, the late Hon. Oyibo was hugely instrumental to the security strides of the Governor Yahaya Bello Administration as the Chairman of the Security Trust Fund.
"As he bowed after fighting bravely against diabetes at the age of 69, he will be remembered for his patriotism, hard work, and commitment to the security agenda of the present administration in the state," the statement read.
He will be buried today according to Islamic rites.

