President Muhammadu Buhari has described late former governor of Kaduna state,Alhaji Balarabe Musa as a steadfast advocate of good governance.
The president paid the tribute as he joins government and people of Kaduna State in mourning the first civilian governor whose passing he said will be sorely missed by all Nigerians, who have diligently followed his antecedents as a voice for the voiceless.
Garba Shehu, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity on Wednesday.
President Buhari believes Alhaji Musa reflected the passion and vigour that heralded Nigeria’s independence, which steadily translated into activism for return to democracy at the height of military interregnum and has remained steadfast in the call for good and inclusive governance.
As the former governor goes home, the President affirms that he left a bold footprint on Nigeria’s democracy, and his role in promoting good governance and development will always be remembered and appreciated by posterity.
President Buhari prays that the almighty God will grant his soul eternal rest, and comfort his family, friends and associates.
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