By Khalid Idris Doya
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of elder statesman, former Governor of the old Gongola State and former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Bamanga Tukur.
Governor Mohammed described the late Tukur as a distinguished public servant and political leader whose contributions to the development of Nigeria and the advancement of democratic governance would remain indelible.
In a statement issued by his media aide on Sunday night, the governor said Tukur devoted a significant part of his life to serving the people and the nation, providing leadership, guidance and counsel at critical moments in Nigeria’s political history.
“His experience, wisdom, humility and commitment to public service earned him respect across political divides,” the governor said.
Governor Mohammed commiserated with the immediate family of the deceased, his associates and political colleagues, the Adamawa State Government and the people of Adamawa State over the loss.
He said the death of the former PDP national chairman was a great loss not only to his family and Adamawa State but also to Nigeria as a whole.
“The death of Alhaji (Dr.) Bamanga Tukur is a great loss not only to his immediate family but also to the people of Adamawa State and Nigeria as a whole.
“He was a statesman of considerable experience and wisdom, whose contributions to public service and democratic politics will continue to be remembered,” Mohammed said.
The governor added that his family, the Bauchi State Government and the people of the state shared in the grief of Tukur’s family at the difficult moment.
“At this difficult moment, my family and I, as well as the Government and good people of Bauchi State, extend our heartfelt condolences to his family.
“We pray that Almighty Allah will forgive his shortcomings, reward his good deeds and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus.
“We also pray that Allah will grant his loved ones and all those mourning this great loss the strength and fortitude to bear the loss,” he said.
Governor Mohammed urged the deceased’s family to take solace in the remarkable legacy of service he left behind, while praying for the peaceful repose of his soul.
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