Northern Nigeria Governors’ Forum, on Saturday, expressed deep sorrow over the death of former governor of the old Gongola State and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, (Tafidan Adamawa).
NGGF, in a condolence message issued on behalf of his counterparts, Governor of Gombe State and Chairman of the Forum, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, described Tukur’s death as a profound loss to the North and the nation.
In the statement signed by his spokesman, Ismaila Uba Misilli, Governor Yaya said Nigeria had lost one of its most experienced public servants, political leaders and champions of economic development.
He noted that the late elder statesman’s public service spanned more than six decades, during which he served the country in several critical capacities, including as Chief Executive of the Nigerian Ports Authority, governor of the old Gongola State and Minister of Industries.
Governor Yahaya also acknowledged Tukur’s contributions to Africa’s economic development through the Africa Business Roundtable and the NEPAD Business Group, as well as his leadership of the PDP as National Chairman from 2012 to 2014.
According to him, Tukur’s vast experience in public administration, politics, business and continental affairs established him as one of the prominent figures of his generation whose contributions will remain part of Nigeria’s history.
The NGGF statement partly read, “Alhaji Bamanga Tukur lived a long and impactful life, serving Nigeria in several critical capacities and contributing significantly to the growth of our economy, institutions and political development.”
“His wealth of experience, wisdom and commitment to public service will be greatly missed. His death is a great loss to the North and the entire nation.”
Governor Yahaya commiserated with the government and people of Adamawa State, the Tukur family, friends and associates of the deceased elder statesman, praying Allah to forgive his shortcomings, reward his lifetime of service to humanity and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus.
