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Former PDP Chairman In Taraba, Victor Bala Kona Is Dead

A former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Taraba State, Victor Bala Kona has died.

Victor Bala Kona Cause Of Death

Kona passed away in the early hours of Sunday in Abuja after a brief illness.

His death was confirmed by the media aide to Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State, Emmanuel Bello in a statement issued on Sunday.

He statement described his death as a painful one.

We didn’t only lose a political icon but a father and a consummate family man. Hon. Victor Bala Kona’s place in our history is one that is assured and would be respected at all times. His death came at a time his wealth of experience and knowledge would be most needed.

”I hereby extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and all of us left to mourn this disturbing and irreparable loss.”

The PDP, in a statement issued by its Spokesman, Andeta’rang Irammae, said the party is saddened by the news of the former Chairman’s demise and pray God to repose his soul.

His loss at this time of our political journey is sad and colossal as the government and party that he had assiduously worked for would have continued to benefit from his fountain of wisdom and knowledge ”

The deceased was Chairman of the party from March 2012 to August 2020, during which he worked tirelessly for the growth and sustained leadership streak of the party in the state.

The deceased handed over to Kefas as Chairman of the party before he resigned to vie for the governorship position in the state under the platform of the party and won.

In other news, Kanyi Daily reported how officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA)  intercepted an illicit drug concealed in brand-new male leather slippers going to Indonesia in a shipment.

Richard Anyebe

Richard Anyebe is a senior reporter at Kanyi Daily News covering all things politics and trending human interest stories. He is based in Abuja. Contact this reporter at info@kanyidaily.com

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