SAN FRANCISCO, November 11, (THEWILL) – President Buhari has joined the government and people of Kaduna State in mourning former civilian governor of the state, Alhaji Balarabe Musa.
The President in a condolence message on Wednesday by Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu “joined the government and people of Kaduna State in mourning the elder statesman, whose passing will be sorely missed by all Nigerians, who have diligently followed his antecedents as a voice for the voiceless.”
The statement said, “President Buhari believes Alhaji Musa reflected the passion and vigour that heralded Nigeria’s independence, which steadily translated into activism for return to democracy at the height of military interregnum and has remained steadfast in the call for good and inclusive governance.”
He added that the former governor’s role in promoting good governance and development would always be remembered and appreciated by posterity.
“As the former governor goes home, the President affirms that he left a bold footprint on Nigeria’s democracy, and his role in promoting good governance and development will always be remembered and appreciated by posterity”, he said.
The President prayed that the almighty God will grant his soul eternal rest, and comfort his family, friends, and associates.
