The mother of the Edo State Deputy Governor, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, Mrs Esther Imaguomwanruo Idahosa is died.

New Telegraph gathered that Madam Idahosa passed on Wednesday, April 8, in Benin City at the age of 95 years.

A statement from the Chief Press Secretary to the deputy governor, Friday Aghedo, said details of her burial arrangements will be announced by the family later.

The statement read in part: “It is with total submission to the will of God that the Idahosa and Enabulele families of Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State, announce the peaceful passing of their beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Madam Esther Imaguomwanruo Idahosa (neé Enabulele) on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the age of 95 years.

“Mama Idahosa, the mother of Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, the Deputy Governor of Edo State, was a venerable matriarch who lived a long, fulfilled, and impactful life defined by unwavering faith, strength of character, and devotion to her family and the community at large.

Her remarkable legacy of wisdom was a source of pride and inspiration to all who knew her.

“The entire Idahosa family expresses gratitude to God for her life and the values she imparted, which will continue to guide generations, and respectfully requests prayers and understanding as they mourn the profound loss of their beloved mother.

“Details of the funeral arrangements will be announced later.”