Emir of Kagara: Buhari commiserates with Niger govt, people

By TANKO ALI

 

President Muhammadu Buhari extends heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, the Government and people of  Niger State on the demise of Alhaji Salihu Tanko, Emir of Kagara.

 

The President joins the Etsu Nupe and Chairman Council of Traditional Rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar as well as the people of Kagara emirate in mourning the passing of the first class Emir, who guided his community with dignity and dedication throughout his 30 years on the throne.

 

‘‘The highly revered Emir served the needs of his people and devoted his resources for their benefit and development.

 

‘‘He will be missed by the nation and remembered for his wise counsel to successive administrations that benefited from his wealth of experience in leadership,’’ the President said.

 

He prayed Allah to grant the soul of the deceased eternal rest in Jannatul Firdausi.