Saraki, Mark mourn Emir of Borgu
Senate President Bukola Saraki yesterday expressed grief at the death of the Emir of Borgu, Alhaji Haliru Dantoro, Kitoro III.
He described the late emir as a people-oriented monarch, who fought for the interest of his people.
In a statement by his media office in Abuja, Saraki said the late emir was a "quintessential traditional ruler," who lived for the benefit of his people and the development of the country.
Saraki said: "It saddens me that such a vibrant and devoted leader could be snatched from us so suddenly. We are, however, consoled that he lived a worthy, progressive and eventful life
."His death is a great loss, not only to the traditional institution, the people of Borgu and Niger State, but to Nigeria."
Former Senate President David Mark expressed shock and sadness at the demise of the emir.
In a condolence message to the government and people of Niger State, Mark said the death of the emir was a personal loss.
Kwara State Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed commiserated with the Borgu Emirate Council and the government and people of Niger State on the death of the emir.
In a condolence message, the governor described the late monarch as a consummate politician, a statesman of note, a technocrat par excellence and a monarch with a Midas Touch, who impacted on lives far beyond his immediate domain.
Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola condoled with the family of the late emir.
The governor described the late monarch as a detribalised Nigerian, who served the nation and his kingdom meritoriously.
A statement by the Director of Bureau of Communication and Strategy, Office of the Governor, Mr. Semiu Okanlawon, quoted the governor as describing the death of the emir and one-time senator and minister of the Nigeria as a monumental loss to the country.
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