Obasanjo mourns ex-PDP Chairman Bamanga Tukur, describes him as patriot, bridge-builder
Former Nigeria President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has mourned the death of former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur, describing him as a patriot and colossus of public service. The seasoned entrepreneur and politician died on Saturday, three days before his 91st birthday. Tukur was born on September 15, 1935, in Adamawa State, […] Obasanjo mourns ex-PDP…
Former Nigeria President Olusegun Obasanjo has mourned the death of former PDP National Chairman Bamanga Tukur, describing him as a patriot and colossus of public service. Tukur, who died at the age of 91 on Saturday, served as governor of Gongola State and later as Minister of Industries. Obasanjo praised Tukur's unwavering commitment to national productivity and progress, and highlighted his leadership roles, including his tenure as Chairman of the African Business Roundtable.
The former president expressed condolences to Tukur's family, the government, and people of Adamawa State, and prayed for his soul.
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