The remains of the former governor of Yobe State, Senator (Dr) Bukar Abba Ibrahim, have been laid to rest in Saudi Arabia.
The funeral ceremony (Janazah), was held on Monday, at the Grand Mosque Masjid Al Haram after Fajr prayers.
Senator Ibrahim, who governed Yobe State from 1991-1992 and 1999-2007 before serving three terms in the Senate, passed away on 4th February while receiving medical treatment in Saudi Arabia, at the age of 75.
A statement by the Director General (DG) of Press and Media Affairs, to Yobe State Governor, Mamman Mohammed described his death as a huge loss.
According to the statement, Governor Buni expressed deep sorrow over the loss and has taken steps to ensure that the late senator is honoured with a ceremonial state burial.
The Governor called on citizens of Yobe and friends of the state to offer prayers for the eternal repose of the Senator’s soul.
He said, “The late senator’s death is not only a loss to Yobe but to Nigeria as a whole, as he was a key figure in the country’s political landscape for many years.
"His tenure as governor and senator was marked by efforts to improve the lives of his constituents and to foster stability and growth in the region.
Governor Buni has further directed that all aspects of the funeral and condolences be taken over by the state government to accord the late governor a state burial and honour.
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