Kalu, Oba Oyewumi mourn Emir of Kano, describe him as exceptional monarch

Ado Bayero

The former Governor of Abia State, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, and the Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Oladunni Oyewumi Ajagungbade 111, have both described the death of Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero as a big blow and a painful loss to the nation.

In a condolence message signed by his Special Adviser, Prince ‘Kunle Oyewumi, Friday, Kalu said the late Emir was an exceptional monarch whose exemplary leadership remains a legacy worthy of emulation.

According to Kalu, the late Emir dedicated his life to humanity and his memory will linger forever in the hearts of peace loving Nigerians.

“He was a father to all, irrespective of religion, tribe, age, social and political divides,” Kalu recalled mournfully.

Also in a statement from Ogbomoso palace, signed by Toyin Ajamu, Oba Oyewumi, in his own part, said he was disturbed when the news of the Emir’s demise filtered into town.

Oba Oyewumi who described the late Emir as an outstanding monarch, whose reign in Kano State witnessed giant development, added that he was loved by many irrespective of tribe, age and religion.

“The Late Emir of Kano lived an accomplished life dedicated to God and humanity. My prayers and thoughts are with his family at this sorrowful time,” he said.

Kalu however, corroborated, Oba Oyewumi’s tribute to the late Emir, saying he was instrumental to the development of Kano State as he worked tirelessly with successive governments in the State to ensure the development of the State known as the Centre of Commerce.

The former governor and the traditional ruler however, encouraged the family of the late Emir to take solace in the fact that the deceased contributed immensely to the growth and development of the nation and lived a consummate life.

They both sympathized with the people and government of Kano State, the Kano Emirate Council and members of the deceased’s family and asked the Almighty Allah to grant them the fortitude to bear the loss.

Kalu, however, specifically prayed God to grant the late paramount ruler eternal rest.