Alhaji Ibrahim Milgoma, the former chairman of the Sokoto State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has passed away.
Milgoma, who led the party from 2015 to 2018, died in an Abuja hospital following a protracted illness.
The news of his death was announced by the Sokoto State PDP Publicity Secretary, Malam Hassan Sahabi Sanyinnawal, in a press statement made available to journalists in Sokoto.
The statement expressed deep grief over Milgoma’s passing, describing him as a distinguished gentleman and respected leader who made significant contributions to the development of Sokoto State and Nigeria.
The statement reads, “The Sokoto State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has learnt with deep grief, the death of its former chairman Alhaji Ibrahim Milgoma, who died in Abuja following a protracted illness.
Malam Sahabi Sanyinnawal remarked that during his time as chairman, Milgoma’s dedication and commitment significantly contributed to the PDP’s success in the 2019 general elections in Sokoto State.
He mentioned that the state has lost a respected leader and a paternal figure whose memory will endure.
The party offered prayers, seeking forgiveness for Milgoma’s mistakes and asking for his good deeds to be rewarded in the afterlife.
They also prayed for Milgoma’s family and the people of Sokoto State to find strength and solace as they cope with this profound loss.