Emir of Bauchi buried
The Emir of Bauchi, Suleiman Adamu Gumba, who died at the weekend, was buried yesterday.
President Goodluck Jonathan expressed shock and sadness over his death.
In a message of
condolence to the government and people of Bauchi State, Mr. Jonathan
said the death of the 77-year-old emir was a great loss not only to the
people of Bauchi but to the entire country. He described the late chief
as a peace-loving and exemplary leader, whose life in public service
and on the throne impacted positively on his people. He noted that late
traditional ruler passed away at a time when his wise counsel was still
needed by his people and the Nigerian nation. “We have lost a father
and leader whose wise counsel will be greatly missed by all. He will be
fondly remembered for his immense contributions to nation-building,” Mr
Jonathan said.
Ismaila Sani, a director of Nigeria Re-Insurance Corporation also
described the death as a monumental loss. Mr Sani in a condolence
message weekend in Abuja, said the late Emir was a bridge builder who
dedicated most of his time in preaching and promoting peaceful
co-existence amongst Nigerians. “He will be greatly missed for his
fatherly role to all and remembered for his untiring effort in ensuring
peace and stability in his domain and its environs,” he said.
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