The Rector of Auchi Polytechnic,Dr Momudu Jimai , Friday night died in Auchi,Edo State.He died at his official residence at the polytechnic due to complications from undisclosed ailment.
A family source who confirmed the report on Friday night said “The remains have been conveyed to the family house awaiting for burial according to Muslim rites.” Rumours of Dr. Momodu’s death, passed through the social Media72 hours ago.
But, the Public Relations Officer of the of the Polytechnic, Mr. Mustapher Oshiobuge, denied it vehemently after several hours of suspense.
In a statement dated September 30, 2020, Oshiobuge stressed that the Rector is alive and advised “the public to disregard the news”.
The statement published on Auchi Polytechnic update on Wednesday, reads: “Management of Auchi Polytechnic states categorically that the Rector of the Polytechnic, Dr. M. S. Jimah is alive”.
