The Chief of Staff to the Kwara State Governor, Prince Mahe Abdulkadir, has passed away. He died in the early hours of Saturday, December 28, 2024, after a brief illness. Prince Mahe was 73 years old.
A statement from the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, announced the death, describing it as a significant loss to the state and its leadership.
The statement expressed Governor AbdulRaman AbdulRazaq’s deep sorrow over the passing of his Chief of Staff, a man he described as a “perfect gentleman, community leader, urbane public servant, and statesman.”
“In total submission to the will of Allah, we regret to announce the passing of the Chief of Staff to His Excellency, Prince AbdulKadir Mahe,” the statement read. “He died this morning, December 28, 2024, as has been destined by Allah.”
Prince Mahe was the eldest son of the 10th Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Aliyu Abdulkadir.
He was appointed Chief of Staff 17 months ago, succeeding Alhaji Adisa Logun, who passed away during Governor AbdulRazaq’s first term.
The late Chief of Staff will be buried later today at his residence on Moro Street, Adewole Estate, Ilorin, after the Asr prayer, in accordance with Islamic rites.
Governor AbdulRazaq extended his condolences to the Emir of Ilorin, Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, the family of the deceased, government officials, and cabinet members.
The statement urged understanding from the public during this time of mourning, highlighting the late Prince Mahe’s remarkable contributions to governance and public service.
The governor concluded by praying for Allah’s mercy on Prince Mahe’s soul: “We pray that Allaah accepts his return, ease his accounts, admit him to Al-Jannah Firdaus, and uphold his family upon goodness.”
Prince Mahe’s death marks the second time the position of Chief of Staff has been left vacant under Governor AbdulRazaq’s administration due to the loss of an occupant while in office.
The government and people of Kwara State join in mourning the loss of a dedicated public servant who left an indelible mark on the state’s governance and administration.