President Bola Tinubu has sympathised with the Na'Abba family, the government, and the people of Kano State over the passing of Ghali Umar Na'Abba, former Speaker of the House of Representatives.
The late Na'Abba was the Speaker of the House of Representatives from 1999 to 2003 following Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999. He succeeded Salisu Buhari.
According to a statement signed by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity on Wednesday, President Tinubu expressed profound grief at the loss.
The statement said Tinubu recalled the contributions of the late ex-lawmaker to nation-building through legislation, advocacy, and policy.
“The President recalls Speaker Na'Abba's determined struggle to defend the functionality and role of the legislature in governance, describing him as a disciplined and resolute politician,” the statement added.
“President Tinubu prays for the repose of the soul of the departed and comfort for those who mourn this painful loss.”