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Ex-Benue Council Boss Dies Four Days After Wife's Passing

The former chairman of Konshisha Local Government Area in Benue State, Hon Moses Shirsha, has passed away just four days after his wife, Mercy Mngu, died. Shirsha reportedly collapsed and died in his village on March 29 while making arrangements for his wife's burial.

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A former chairman for Konshisha Local Government Area in Benue State, Hon Moses Shirsha, has tragically passed away. His death occurred just four days after the passing of his wife, Mercy Mngu.

Hon Moses Shirsha, former chairman of Konshisha Local Government Area, Benue State.

Reports indicate that his wife, Mercy Mngu, died unexpectedly on March 25, 2026.

Following his wife's death, Moses Shirsha travelled to his village to begin arrangements for her burial. It was during this time, on March 29, that he reportedly slumped and died.

The couple are scheduled to be buried together on Friday, April 10, 2026, in Mbaasuku, Mbator Gaav, within Konshisha Local Government Area.

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