
By Bukola Kayode
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has expressed sympathy to Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal of Sokoto State over the death of his elder brother and the Wazirin Tambuwal, Alhaji Bello Muhammadu.
In a statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday by his media office, the former Vice president said: “I’m deeply touched and devastated by the news of your elder brother’s demise, Alhaji Bello Muhammadu, the Wazirin Tambuwal.”
“From what I have heard of him, he was a gentleman and a humble leader who was widely respected by his people. Such testimony is a reflection of his fine character and leadership qualities.”
“As you mourn the passing of this gentleman, I wish to extend my heartfelt sympathy to you and your entire family over this irreparable loss. May Allah bless his soul and reward his good deeds with paradise”.
…..Oyetola Condoles Governor Tambuwal over brother’s death
Meanwhile, Osun Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola has also condoled with Gov. Tambuwal over the death of his elder brother.
Oyetola who said he received news of Bello’s death with a heavy heart also condoled the entire Tambuwal family on the passing of their patriarch.
The Governor’s condolence message was contained in a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan, on Wednesday.
He said: “Dear Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, it was with a heavy heart that I received the unfortunate news of the passing of your dear brother, Alhaji Muhammadu Bello, who was the Wazirin Tambuwal. On behalf of my family, government and people of Osun, I commiserate with you and the entire Tambuwal family over this painful loss.
“The late Wazirin Tambuwal was a quintessential community leader, loving father and great man with exemplary character. I urge you and the rest of the family to take solace in the fruitful and exemplary life he lived.
“As we join you in mourning his demise, I pray Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings, grant him a place in Aljanah Firdaus and comfort you, rest of your family and the people of Tambuwal”.
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