AMOSUN, DANIEL MOURNS SHAGARI
“I join Nigerians to mourn the death of former President Shehu Shagari GCFR, who indeed served our nation meritoriously and zealously.The deceased distinguished himself at a devoted public officer, when he served as federal minister and commissioner between 1958 and 1975. He lived a fulfilled life and noted as an exceptional pubilc servant and statesman’,Amosun said.
“His foray into politics saw him being elected as the President of our nation, between October 1, 1979 and December 31, 1983. Though his tenure was cut short by a military coup, it should be acknowledged, to his credit, that he bore no grudge over the subsequent challenges, but rose above them and continued to offer his service for the growth of the nation”, Amosun added.
Penpushing further reports that, the Governor prayed that Allah will forgive his sins and grant his family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
Similarly, former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel has described late former civilian President as a symbol of our democracy whose commitment and contributions to Nigeria’s democracy should be celebrated.
Penpushing also reports that, Daniel in his condolence message stated that the death of Alhaji Shehu Shagari was a great loss to the nation considering his influence as an administrator who spent his entire life in public service.
‘ History will always be on Alhaji Shagari’s side his statesmanship and service to his fatherland’, the former Governor said, pointing out that, the deceased will be greatly missed for his contributions to the sustenance of democracy, national peace and development”.
Penpushing further reports that, the two term former Governor, while commiserating with the Governor and good of Sokoto State, said, “in his death, the nation has lost an illustrious son, a leader and democrat”.
