Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, the former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode announced the death of his longtime Special Assistant, Mr. Ndifreke Saviour Mark, who slumped and died in an Abuja hotel.
Fani-Kayode via his social media account, X formerly known as Twitter, made the announcement on the early hours of Monday, 21 October 2024.
According to Fani-Kayode, Mark left his residence early in the morning to attend Mass at the Catholic Church of Assumption, Asokoro, on Sunday, October 13, before heading to a hotel with an individual before his death.
Mark, who had served FFK for over 34 years, was reportedly checked into Mildy Lodge and Apartments in Garki, Abuja, where he spent some time with an unidentified individual.
“According to the police, he took a room at the hotel, spent time with an individual, and apparently slumped and died in that person’s presence,” Fani-Kayode revealed.
Mark was rushed to the Asokoro District Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival. The individual who was with him at the time of his collapse has been taken into police custody, and a full criminal investigation is underway.
Fani-Kayode expressed his deep grief over the loss, describing Mark as a loyal and trusted aide. “He was like a son to me, and his passing is a huge blow to my family and me…”
The hotel was sealed temporarily for two days, while staff, including the receptionist were detained for investigation.
The hotel manager and the owner were invited by the FCT Police Command earlier this week for further questioning.
Late Mark was survived by his wife, Barrister Patience Ndifreke-Mark
and two children.
