The wife of Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State, Omolewa Ahmed, on Monday lost her mother, Janet Monilola.

She died at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital after a brief illness. She died at the age of 74 and is survived by many children, grand children and in-laws, including Governor Ahmed, Yomi Akinleye and Jumoke Adewoyin.

Reacting to the death of Janet Monilola, Governor Ahmed said her death was shocking, painful and unexpected, especially now that her motherly and wise counsels were most needed.

Governor Ahmed, who described her as a role model passionately committed to the wellbeing of every who comes her way, said Madam Monilola will fondly be remembered as an in-law per excellence who was always there for his family at all times.

Governor Ahmed prayed God to grant the family the fortitude to bear the loss and the departed eternal rest.