{"id":12076,"date":"2024-10-13T17:38:10","date_gmt":"2024-10-13T17:38:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.news.naijatraffic.ng\/?p=12076"},"modified":"2024-10-13T17:38:10","modified_gmt":"2024-10-13T17:38:10","slug":"saidi-balogun-releases-statement-following-daughters-death","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/saidi-balogun-releases-statement-following-daughters-death\/","title":{"rendered":"Saidi Balogun releases statement following daughter\u2019s death"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Saidi Balogun mourns the loss of his beloved daughter, Zeenat Balogun, and has issued a heartfelt public statement to express his grief and gratitude for the outpouring of support.<\/p>\n<p>Recently, Saidi Balogun took to Instagram to mourn the loss of his first daughter, sharing a poignant image of a candle surrounded by flowers, accompanied by heartbroken emojis and birds, symbolizing his grief and sorrow.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-12077\" src=\"https:\/\/www.news.naijatraffic.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-following-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-258x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"258\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-following-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-258x300.jpg 258w, https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-following-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-150x174.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-following-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-300x348.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-following-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min.jpg 647w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 258px) 100vw, 258px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Saidi Balogun posted a family statement on Instagram, expressing deep gratitude to friends, colleagues, and well-wishers for their support and comfort during this difficult time, acknowledging they&#8217;ve been a shining light in their hour of grief.<\/p>\n<p>The family remembered Zeenat as a courageous and vibrant individual who exemplified joy, acceptance, and resilience, and whose unwavering motto was &#8220;never give up,&#8221; inspiring others with her unshakeable spirit and determination.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe extend our sincerest gratitude to everyone who reached out to my family during this difficult time. We have been deeply moved by the overwhelming care, the heartfelt messages, and the many condolence visits. Your presence, prayers, and acts of kindness have truly touched our hearts. The love and support from friends, neighbors, and even those we have not seen in years have been a constant source of strength. Your compassion has made this challenging period more bearable, and for that, we are immensely grateful\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-12078\" src=\"https:\/\/www.news.naijatraffic.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-on-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-1-156x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"156\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-on-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-1-156x300.jpg 156w, https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-on-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-1-534x1024.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-on-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-1-150x288.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-on-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-1-300x575.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-on-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-1-696x1335.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.naijatraffic.ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/She-was-a-warrior-who-gave-life-her-all-Saidi-Balogun-releases-statement-on-daughters-death-Kemi-Filani-blog-min-1.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 156px) 100vw, 156px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Moreso, Francis Duru announced on Instagram the passing of his son, Ifeanyi, describing him as a fearless warrior who valiantly fought for his life, and resignedly accepted God&#8217;s will, saying, &#8220;Thy will be done.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>On Father&#8217;s Day last year, skit maker Akika (Olagunju Solomon Olamide) shared a heartbreaking announcement on Instagram, revealing that he had lost his son, moments after searching for the perfect photo of them together to celebrate the special day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Saidi Balogun mourns the loss of his beloved daughter, Zeenat Balogun, and has issued a heartfelt public statement to express his grief and gratitude for the outpouring of support. 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