NULGE condoles President Buhari over Abba Kyari’s death

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), has condoled with President Muhammadu Buhari over the death of his Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari, who died after contracting the deadly COVID-19. 

While describing the late Kyari as a man who expressed high level of commitment, selflessness and sacrifices to the nation, the NULGE President, Ibraheem Khaleel, in a letter sent to President Buhari, said his loyalty to the Buhari’s administration, and the country is no doubt enviable.

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Khaleel said Kyari’s death would leave a vacuum too large to fill considering his closeness to the President and his family and most importantly his service to the nation. 


“We, the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) are deeply saddened by the news of the demise of the Chief of Staff, Alhaji Abba Kyari who lost the fight against COVID-19 disease.

“Although saddening, we should take solace that he has gone to be with his maker. His death should rather be an avenue for those who still do not believe in the COVID-19 realities or who still considers this a hoax, to have a rethink and do all humanly possible to curb the spread of the raging virus in the country.
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“Together, through social distancing, handwashing and other World Health Organisation (WHO) stipulated guidelines, we can wage and win the war against the pandemic.

“Late Kyari is a legend, worthy of emulation, trustworthy and loyal to the core. We pray that the Lord grant him eternal rest and give you and his family the fortitude to bear the loss.

“Among many, one other thing you can’t take away from Kyari is that he was a friend of the grassroots, and a democrat who believe in the existence of Local Governments as the third tier of government.” He said

Speaking on Kyari’s contributions and commitment to NULGE’s struggle on Local Government Autonomy which he described as legendary, Khaleel said that he openly canvassed and gave reasons to President Buhari, why Local Government should be free.

“It was on record that he worked tirelessly to ensure that the Presidency supported and  approved Local Government Autonomy, which was announced by President Buhari. Humanity will remember him for good; and may Allah grant him Aljannah Firdaus.”