Shehu of Borno Commiserates with Niger Governor Over Death of 37 Miners
The Shehu of Borno, His Eminence Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al-Amin El-Kanemi, CFR, FNSE, FNAL, has paid a condolence visit to the Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, over the death of 37 artisanal miners in the state.
The National Lens reports that the revered traditional ruler visited the Niger State Governor’s Lodge in Abuja, where he expressed his sympathy to Governor Bago, the government and people of Niger State over the tragic incident.
Describing the loss as painful, the Shehu extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for the repose of their souls.
He further prayed to Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased and grant them Aljannatul Firdausi, while asking God to give their families the strength and comfort to bear the loss.
The monarch also prayed for peace and stability in Niger State and urged divine protection against a recurrence of such tragedies.
Responding, Governor Bago thanked the Shehu of Borno for the condolence visit, describing the gesture as a demonstration of honour, compassion and empathy.
He appreciated the traditional ruler for identifying with the state and the bereaved families at a difficult moment.
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