The immediate elder sister of the former governor of Ekiti state, Ayodele Fayose, is dead.

Fayose, who confirmed the death of Mrs Moji Ladeji, at about 2 pm on Monday, said she died after a brief illness.

The former governor described Moji as a God-fearing individual who lived an exemplary life.

“On behalf of my family, I announce the death of my immediate elder sister, Mrs. Moji Ladeji. She died today, after a brief illness.

“We are pained by your departure, but consoled by the God-fearing and exemplary life that you lived.

“May the soul of Sister Moji rest in peace,” Fayose stated.