Governor Bala Mohammed Mourns Passing of Elder Statesman Bamanga Tukur

By Umar Usman Duguri

The Executive Governor of Bauchi State, His Excellency, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, CON, FNIPR, Kauran Daular Usmaniyya, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaji (Dr.) Bamanga Tukur, CON, an elder statesman, former Governor of the old Gongola State and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Governor Bala Mohammed, on behalf of his family, the Government and the good people of Bauchi State, described the death of the former governor as a significant loss to Adamawa State and Nigeria as a whole.

Governor Mohammed described the late Bamanga Tukur as a distinguished public servant and political leader whose contributions to national development, public service and the advancement of democratic governance would remain indelible.

He noted that the late elder statesman 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.

The Governor said Bamanga Tukur’s experience, wisdom, humility and commitment to public service earned him respect across political divides.

Governor Mohammed particularly commiserated with the immediate family of the deceased, his associates and political colleagues, as well as the Adamawa State Government and the entire people of Adamawa State over the painful loss.

“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,” the Governor said.

Governor Bala Mohammed added: “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.”

Governor Mohammed urged the bereaved family to take solace in the remarkable legacy of service and leadership left behind by the late elder statesman.

He further prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul and for Almighty Allah to grant the deceased eternal rest.