President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences over the demise of a former governor of Yobe State, Bukar Ibrahim.
The President's message of condolence was contained in an announcement on Sunday by his Particular Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngalale.
Ibrahim died on Sunday on the age of 73 in Saudi Arabia after a protracted sickness.
He served as Governor of Yobe State from Could 1999 to Could 2007.
He was additionally the Senator for Yobe East Constituency in 2007.
The assertion learn: “President Bola Tinubu has obtained the information of the demise of Senator Bukar Abba Ibrahim, former Governor of Yobe State and Senator representing Yobe East, with immense disappointment.
“On behalf of the Federal Authorities, the President extends his heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the household, associates and associates of the late Senator and the federal government and folks of Yobe State.”
The President, who described Ibrahim as a private pal, stated he was “a consummate chief who served the folks of Yobe with dedication throughout his intensive political profession.
“As a senator for twelve years, his wealth of expertise was a guiding power within the Nationwide Meeting. Generations to come back will keep in mind him for at all times placing the progress and well-being of the folks on the coronary heart of his service.
“President Tinubu prays that God Almighty grants the late statesman everlasting relaxation.”
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