Death of Galadima Gari Nupe, colossal loss– Etsu Nupe
By Mohammed Baba Busu
Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu Nupe and Chairman, Niger Council of Traditional Rulers, has described the death of Alhaji Danjuma Galadima, Galadima Gari Nupe, as a colossal loss to the Kin Nupe, Niger and Nigeria as a whole.
In a condolence message in Abuja on Tuesday, the Etsu Nupe noted that the deceased, who was among his confidants, epitomised humility, piety and uprightness.
The first class traditional ruler said he received with great shock the sudden demise of Galadima Gari Nupe, who is a member of the Bida Emirate Council, adding that he is devastated by the news of his death.
The royal father also described the death of the Galadima Gari Nupe as very painful, describing him as a complete gentleman.
“The Galadima was Godly and showed love to his people, irrespective of tribal or religious inclinations,” he said.
He described the deceased as a bridge builder, an amiable personality, who was at home with his people, noting that his demise has created a huge vacuum that will be difficult to fill.
He was indeed unique in his leadership style and was deep in his faith in Almighty Allah.
“May his exemplary leadership in promoting peace, unity and progress amongst the people of Bida Emirate and Kin Nupe be remembered as his legacy towards making Nigeria a better place to live,” the Etsu Nupe said.
He prayed God to grant his soul eternal peace, and grant his family, the people of kin Nupe and the state the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
NAN reports that late Danjuma Galadima, who died at a hospital in Abuja, will be buried in his country home, Bida, by 10 a.m on Wednesday. (NAN)
