Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of former Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Mr. Nasiru Abubakar Nono, who died from a ghastly motor accident along Abuja road.
In a statement, Governor Yahaya described the death of the former lawmaker as a monumental loss, not only to his family but the state and Nigeria as a whole.
The Governor said the late former legislator was a humble and down-to- earth politician who was known for his commitment to the well-being of his constituents and the people of the state in general.
Governor Inuwa recalled that as the Speaker of the State Assembly, Hon. Nono exuded tact, dexterity and statesmanship while presiding over the state legislature and earned the respect and loyalty of his colleagues.
On behalf of the government and people of Gombe State, Governor Inuwa conveyed his deepest condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, his political associates and the people of Yamaltu Deba local government area over the great loss, praying Almighty Allah to grant the deceased highest place in Paradise.
