COVID-19: Kabba Chief Imam, Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Ejibunu is not dead, Family says

The family of Chief Imam of Kabba, Kogi State, Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Ejibunu, on Saturday, confirmed that the Chief Imam is not dead.

This came following reports, on Saturday, that the Kabba Chief Imam is dead.

The family of the Chief Imam of Kabba, Kogi State confirmed that he is not dead through a press statement by the spokesperson of the family, Alhaji Shaibu Adekunle Ejibunu.

See statement below.

“This is a blatant lie, falsehood from the pit of hell, orchestrated blackmail to tarnish the family image, the Kabba community and its people, our well-wishers as well as the goodwill of the government of Kogi State on this issue.

“We debunked this in all its entirety. We pray that Almighty Allah be with our Imam, brother, community leader.

“Also we sincerely appreciate His Excellency, the Governor of Kogi State and the government for the concerns and supports, we thank the Obaro of Kabba, and all the other Ololu Obas for their continued prayers, all our leaders in Kabba and in the diaspora, the entire people of Kabba and Okun land.

“We are indeed grateful to all for this tremendous support for the Ejibunu family at this challenging time for the family. God bless you all.”