November 28, (THEWILL) – President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday expressed heartfelt condolences to the Daura families in Katsina and Kano, as well as Governments of both States over the passing of well-known Kano businessman and industrialist, Alhaji Sani Buhari Daura.
THEWILL reports that Sani, an industrialist, died aged 89 in Dubai in the early hours of Sunday, November 28, 2021.
The renowned businessman who was born in Daura, Katsina State, in January 1932, was until his death, the owner of Standard Construction Company Limited and Chairman Bayajida Group.
In his reaction to the news, President Buhari described the death of Sani as “a great loss not only to Katsina and Kano states but also the entire country because of his role in the country’s economy.”
“The late Sani Buhari was one of the oldest pioneer businessmen in the country who contributed immensely to the economy and helped to create jobs for hundreds of people.
“Men like Sani Buhari rose to success through sheer hardwork and drive”, the President said in a condolence message issued on Sunday by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu.
According the President, “the late Sani Buhari had demonstrated that “we can achieve success through labour,” adding that “his life story is inspiring because of his commitment to hardwork and perseverance.”
He wished the deceased families in Daura and Kano, as well as Government and peoples of the two states the fortitude to bear the loss.
