BREAKING: Elder Statesman Alhaji Bamanga Tukur Is Dead

Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, the third civilian governor of the defunct Gongola State and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is dead.

Alhaji Tukur, an elder statesman, accomplished businessman and distinguished politician, passed away on Saturday after a brief illness.

Governor Fintiri in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Humwashi Wonosikou, described his death as a monumental loss to Adamawa State and Nigeria, commending his courage, foresight, patriotism and lifelong commitment to public service.

“Alhaji Bamanga Tukur was a colossus who made remarkable contributions to the development of Adamawa State and Nigeria. His wealth of experience, wisdom and commitment to public service earned him a place of honour in our national history.

“I will personally miss his wise counsel and the depth of experience he brought to matters concerning our state and nation. His passing has left a significant void that will be difficult to fill,” Governor Fintiri said.

The governor extended his condolences to the deceased’s immediate family, friends, associates and the people of Adamawa State, urging them to draw strength from his enduring legacy of service and leadership.

In honour of Alhaji Tukur and in recognition of his contributions to the state and nation, Governor Fintiri has declared three days of mourning across Adamawa State, during which all government flags shall fly at half-mast.

He prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive the deceased’s shortcomings, grant him Aljannah Firdaus, and give his family and loved ones the fortitude to bear the loss.