By Yahaya Idris, Toto
The Adagu community has continued to receive condolences following the death of veteran journalist Idris Ahmed, as prominent personalities from different walks of life visit his family to honour his memory and sympathise with his loved ones.
On Sunday, Engr. Yusuf Kache, Barr. Gali, Lagos ENDA Chairman, Barr. Zakari Dikko, Hon. Amat and former Toto Local Government Council Secretary, S. Nuhu, serving Vice Chairman Atnadu Yakubu, former Vice Chairman Abubakar Haruna Kwanakis, Lagos ENDA headed by Muhammad Shafa were among those who visited the family at Adagu community in Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
The visitors described the late journalist’s death as a painful development, recalling his commitment to truth, peace and the advancement of his community.
They noted that his contributions to the development of Toto and the wider Egbira nation would remain appreciated by those who knew him and encountered his work.
According to the sympathisers, the late Idris Ahmed represented values of integrity, peaceful coexistence and respect for the rule of law, which they urged his children to uphold.
They also prayed for Almighty Allah’s mercy upon the deceased and asked Him to grant his family the fortitude to overcome the difficult moment.
The condolence visit came after the three-day Fidau prayer organised in honour of the late journalist following his death on November 3, 2026, at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada, after a prolonged illness.
Speaking to the bereaved family, the visitors stressed that the deceased’s legacy should serve as a source of inspiration for his children rather than a reason for division.
They encouraged the family to maintain strong relationships, demonstrate mutual understanding and support one another in all circumstances.
“What your late father needs now is prayer. You must support one another to ensure his legacy is sustained. He was a man of peace, truthfulness and law-abiding character,” they counselled.
The family received the condolences with appreciation, acknowledging the goodwill and solidarity shown by the visitors during the period of mourning.
The continued visits by political figures, businessmen, community leaders and other sympathisers underscore the respect and affection the late journalist commanded among people within and beyond Toto.