The former chairman of the Sokoto State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Ibrahim Milgoma, has died.

Milgoma, who served as the party’s leader from 2015 to 2018, died in a hospital in Abuja after battling a prolonged illness.

The news was confirmed in a statement by Malam Hassan Sahabi Sanyinnawal, the Sokoto State PDP Publicity Secretary, who expressed deep sorrow over Milgoma’s death.

The statement hailed Milgoma as a distinguished gentleman and a respected leader who played a significant role in the development of Sokoto State and Nigeria.

Sanyinnawal highlighted Milgoma’s dedication and commitment during his tenure, noting that his leadership was instrumental in securing the PDP’s victory in the 2019 general elections in Sokoto State.

The statement read in part, “The late Ibrahim Milgoma was a distinguished gentleman and respected leader who contributed immensely to the development of Sokoto State and Nigeria in general.

“Sokoto PDP has indeed lost a father and a respected leader who piloted the affairs of the party with the dedication and commitment that ensured the victory of our great party in the 2019 general election.

“The PDP Sokoto State Chapter prays that Almighty Allah forgives his shortcomings, rewards his good deeds with Aljannat Firdaus, and grants his household and the entire state the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.”