By Temitope Mustapha, Abuja
Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conveyed his condolences to the management of the House of Representatives on demise of the lawmaker representing Isa/Sabon Birni Federal Constituency of Sokoto State, Abdulkadir Danbuga.
President Tinubu conveyed his condolences in a press release signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.
The President stated that “the lawmaker’s death has left an irreplaceable void within his family and deprived the constituents of his district a dedicated and unwavering voice in the House of Representatives.”
“His victory at the polls was, in itself, a testimony that he was loved by his people. He earned their respect. I understand that he had been providing effective representation for his constituents in the House.
“I offer my condolences to his family and constituents, as well as the people and government of Sokoto State. I also condole with the presiding officers of the House of Representatives and the entire membership over the devastating loss of an eminent colleague,” President Tinubu stated.
The President prayed for the repose of the soul of the late Danbuga and for divine consolation to his household.
The late Danbuga was elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), he was stated to have been admitted within the hospital round Tuesday midday.
He died within the early hours of Wednesday following a short sickness. He was survived by two wives, many youngsters, and grandchildren.
