Diri visits family of late ex-minister Turner Isoun in Abuja
Governor Douye Diri paid a condolence visit to the family of late former Minister of Science and Technology, Prof. Turner Isoun, in Abuja. Prof. Isoun was a respected academic and former Vice-Chancellor who made significant contributions to his community and the nation. Diri expressed deep personal loss and praised Isoun's impact on the Ijaw nation and Nigeria. The family expressed gratitude for the support and solidarity shown since Isoun's passing on July 15, 2026.
What we know
- Douye Diri visited the family of Prof. Turner Isoun in Abuja to offer condolences.
- Prof. Isoun died on July 15, 2026, at the age of 87.
- Diri described Isoun as a father figure, mentor, and a leader who championed various causes.
- The governor recalled Isoun's pivotal role in Ijaw affairs and his commitment to environmental protection.
- Family members, including his son Diseye Isoun and wife Miriam Isoun, thanked Diri and others for their support during this period.
