Kogi Governor Ododo Honors Ibrahim Idris with Hospital Renaming

Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo announced the renaming of the Kogi State Specialist Hospital in Lokoja to Ibrahim Idris Specialist Hospital in honor of the late former governor Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, known as Baba Ibro. This decision was revealed during the 40th-day prayer for Idris held in Abejukolo, Omala local government area.

Ododo recognized Idris's significant contributions to Kogi State's development and emphasized the importance of preserving his legacy for future generations. He described Idris as a distinguished statesman whose leadership left a lasting impact on the state.

The governor also urged Kogi State residents to embrace unity beyond political, ethnic, and religious differences, highlighting the diverse attendance at the prayer as a testament to Idris's ability to foster relationships. Alhaji Musa Amodu, the Chairman of the Organising Committee for the prayer, praised Ododo for his support during the arrangements and disclosed that the governor had provided financial assistance for the burial and sponsored the prayer.

Ibrahim Idris served as governor from May 29, 2003, to January 2012 and passed away on September 20, 2026.