The All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Deputy Senate President, ike Ekweremadu have mourned the death of Mallam Abba Kyari, Chief of Staff and one of the closest advisers to President Muhammadu Buhari few hours after the announcement of his passage.
Kyari, reportedly died on Friday at the age of 81 years in a Lagos private hospital where he was undergoing treatment for coronavirus infection which was aggravated by complicated health challenges.
In a statement on Saturday by party spokesperson, Lanre Issa – Onilu, the APC said even in death, the fond memories and indelible strides Mallam Abba Kyari left on earth will be celebrated for a long time.
Kyari was described as a cerebral Nigerian who excelled in his private dealings, professional endevours and public service.
The party in the statement said “the president has indeed lost a competent, trusted, loyal, strong right hand man and longtime adviser who promoted, protected and defended his interest in good times and adversity.
“The party condoles with Mallam Abba Kyari’s immediate family, the President, leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), and the people and government of Borno state over the painful loss.
“As Mallam Abba Kyari is buried according to Islamic rites, may Almighty Allah be merciful and grant him Aljanat Firdaus”.
Also former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, took to his Twitter handle, @iamekweremadu to express deep sadness and heartfelt condolences to Kyari’’s immediate family, President Mohamadu Buhari, and the entire Presidency, also prayed God to grant the soul of the deceased eternal repose.
He said: “I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing on of the Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, Mallam Abba Kyari.
“It is a heavy loss to The Presidency and the nation, which he gave his all.
“My heartfelt condolences go to his family, the Presidency, and the entire nation. May his soul rest in peace. Amen”.
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