Former Benue State Deputy Governor Ajene dies in London hospital

Reports reaching our newsdesk, indicate that former Deputy Governor Former Deputy Governor of Benue State, Prince Ogiri Ajene is dead.

According to the report, Ajene who was Akume’s deputy between 1999-2007, passed on in London after a brief illness.

Details of his death are still being awaited, as we are making efforts to contact his Special Assistant.

Until his demise, the late Ogiri was a very humble and friendly politician and became a Councillor in his ward after serving as a Deputy Governor for eight years.

He is also the son of former Ochi Idoma, HRM Abraham Ajene Okpabi.