Former Bayelsa governor dies in Abuja

Nestor Binabo, the former governor of Bayelsa State, has passed away.

According to reports, he died on Thursday in Abuja after a prolonged battle with an undisclosed illness.

Binabo’s son, Mr. Binabo Momos, announced his father’s death.

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On his WhatsApp status, Momos shared the news of his father’s passing with the caption, “I thought you’d pull through, Dad. But God knows best.”

A family source close to the ex-governor disclosed that Binabo passed away around 4:00 am.

Nestor Binabo served as the governor of Bayelsa between January and February 2012, following the removal of Timipre Sylva by the Supreme Court.

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Late Former Bayelsa governor, Nestor Binabo

He also held positions as Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

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Until his demise, he remained a dedicated member of the All Progressives Congress (APC).