Organizations condole demise of Keyho

Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) has expressed profound grief over the demise of veteran Naga national leader and NNC president, ‘gen.’ (Retd.) Thinoselie M. Keyho, who passed away at Naga Hospital Authority Kohima on the morning of October 30, 2026.
In a condolence message, NSF president Mteisuding and assistant general secretary Veze Tunyi said his demise marked the end of an era and left an irreplaceable void in the history of the Naga national movement.
The federation said Keyho’s legacy extended beyond his tenure as NNC president, noting that his life and leadership had reminded generations of Naga youth of the importance of historical consciousness, political conviction and responsibility towards the aspirations of the Naga people.
It said his association with the Naga national movement would continue to inspire younger generations to understand their history, preserve their identity and engage with the political future of the Naga people.
NSF extended condolences to the bereaved family, relatives, friends and comrades, and prayed for strength and courage for them to bear the loss. It also prayed for the departed leader’s soul to rest in eternal peace, stating that his contributions, sacrifices and service would remain etched in Naga history and the hearts of the people.
CVSU: Chedema Village Students’ Union (CVSU) has expressed profound sorrow and heartfelt condolences over the demise of ‘gen.’(Retd.) Thinoselie M. Keyho, president of NNC, Non-Accordist, and a distinguished son of Chedema Village, who passed away on October 30, 2026, after a prolonged illness.
In a condolence message, CVSU stated that Keyho was one of the longest-serving veterans in Naga national service, having dedicated several decades of his life to the cause of the Naga people. His unwavering commitment, immense sacrifices and invaluable contributions to the Naga national movement would remain an enduring part of Naga history and be remembered with deep respect and gratitude by generations to come.
The union said his demise was an irreparable loss not only to the bereaved family but also to Chedema Village and the Naga community at large.
CVSU extended its deepest sympathies to the bereaved family and prayed that the Almighty grant them strength, comfort and courage to bear the loss. It also prayed for the departed leader’s soul to rest in eternal peace.