Kogi Gov’s Aide Denies Death Report, Calls It Reckless

Senior Special Assistant on Grassroots Sensitization and Mobilization to the Kogi State Government, Hon. Excel Onuche David, has vehemently denied reports circulating that he has died. He described the claims as "false, reckless and malicious."

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Let me state unequivocally that this report is false, reckless and malicious.

David issued a rejoinder on Tuesday, stating that he has been overwhelmed by calls and messages following the spread of the alleged death report by several media platforms. "Let me state unequivocally that this report is false, reckless and malicious," he declared.

The Kogi government aide emphasized that he is "alive, hale and hearty" and continues to fully engage in his duties under the administration of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo. He expressed shock and disappointment at the "irresponsible" publication of such a sensitive story without any attempt at verification, noting the unnecessary distress it caused his family, friends, associates, and well-wishers.

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It is both shocking and irresponsible that such a sensitive story was published without any attempt at verification.

Onuche demanded the immediate removal of the false report from all platforms and urged those responsible to cease further dissemination of the misinformation. He extended his gratitude to everyone who reached out with concern and assured the people of Kogi State of his continued commitment to his duties and service to the state.

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I thank everyone who has reached out in concern and assure the good people of Kogi State that I remain committed to my duties and service to the state.