President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has said he received with immense sadness and a deep feeling of great national loss, news of the passing away of the highly revered Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero earlier today
A statement by Presidential Spokesman Reuben Abati said “On behalf of himself, his family, the Federal Government and the people of Nigeria, President Jonathan commiserates with the Emir’s family and all the people of Kano over whom the departed Emir presided illustriously as traditional ruler for more than half a century.” The President joins them in mourning the monarch whose uncommon leadership qualities and evident faith in the peace, unity, progress, and prosperity of Nigeria combined to make him one of the most respected traditional rulers in the country during his long and very successful reign.
Abati said President Jonathan believes that Alhaji Ado Bayero will always be remembered and honoured by the people of Kano and all Nigerians for his immense wisdom and competence as a traditional ruler, as well as for using his exalted throne to build bridges of unity, friendship and harmony across the nation.
“The President reaffirms his declaration on the occasion of the Emir’s 50th anniversary celebrations last year that the late Alhaji Ado Bayero was one of the most decent and respectable Nigerians he has had the privilege of interacting with, and he will always treasure pleasant memories of their last meeting earlier this year.
“He prays that the Almighty Allah will receive the late Emir’s great soul and grant the good people of Kano a worthy successor who will carry on his good works and wise rule for the well-being and benefit of all Nigerians
President of the Senate Senator David Mark has described the demise of the Emir of Kano Alhaji Ado Bayero as a big blow and a monumental loss to the nation.
Senator Mark noted that the late first class monarch was a great asset who will be missed by all in many respects.
Reacting to the demise of the foremost Monarch, Senator Mark lamented that Alhaji Bayero departed at a time when his wise counsel would have been needed to navigate through the nation’s trying times.
According to Mark: ” He was a peace maker. He made Kano home for all. He was accommodating. He preached love, unity and good neighborliness. He was a detribalized leader who made the nation his constituency . ”
The Senate President recalled that late Bayero was among the few Nigerian leaders who worked hard for the unity and indivisibility of the nation especially during trying times.
He added: “His contributions to the peace and unity of Nigeria cannot be wished away. The nation owes him a measure of gratitude for his contributions to the socio- political and economic development of the country.”
Senator Mark therefore urged Nigerians especially the present crop of leaders to
emulate the great virtues of patriotism , philanthropy , honesty and good leadership
quality which the late Bayero was known for.
He sympathized with government and people of Kano state especially the bereaved family over the demise of the Monarch even as he told them to take solace in the fact that late Bayero lived a successful and truly accomplished life worthy of emulation.
Also,Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has described the passing away of the Emir of Kano, Dr. Ado Bayero, as a monumental loss to the entire country, saying he received the news of the passage with great sense of sadness.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs, MalamImam Imam, Tambuwal described the deceased as a strict disciplinarian who led an exemplary life characterised by honesty, fairness, generosity and service to God and humanity.
He said the late Emir treasured knowledge and the search for knowledge.l “Under his long and glorious reign, Kano witnessed unprecedented boom in all spheres of human endeavour. It’s eminent status as a trading point and centre of commerce in sub Saharan Africa was not only reaffirmed, but enhanced.
“People of Kano and indeed all Nigerians will miss his advice and reassuring presence. It is gratifying however that he has left behind towering legacies for posterity and this should serve as comforting to us all,” Tambuwal added.
While extending his condolences to the Kano Emirate and the state government, the Speaker prayed to Almighty Allah to grant his immediate family the fortitude to bear the loss.
In his tribute ,Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said that he has lost a father in Emir of Kano, Ado Bayero who passed on today at the age of 83.
In a personal tribute to Ado Bayero, the former Vice President said that his relationship with the late Emir of Kano was of a father and his favourite son spanning over three decades.
A visibly pained Atiku said that he knew that death was coming (like it would for every mortal), but not in agony and humiliation because he (Ado Bayero) did not deserve it.
He said that Ado Bayero was not only loyal to his people in his immediate domain, but to Nigeria and humanity at large.
According to Atiku, Ado Bayero was a pious, humble, upright and honest man whose integrity was unparalleled.
Atiku noted that the death of Ado Bayero has robbed the nation of a noble crusader of unity, tolerance and peaceful co-existence.
The former Vice President recalled that promoting unity and tolerance was one of Ado Bayero’s greatest and unforgettable legacies.
According to him, Nigeria had lost a crusader for peace, stability and unity at a time his services were still badly needed by the country.
He said, Ado Bayero who celebrated his 50th Anniversary on the throne in June last year, was a rare leader of enviable and vast wisdom.
He recalled the significant contributions of Ado Bayero to sustaining the unity of Nigeria during the January 15, 1966 political crisis, a role that earned him the respect of the late Dim Chukuemeka Odumegu Ojukwu.
Atiku said the respect Ojukwu had for Ado Bayero, a quintessential bridge-builder, was a significant message about the role Bayero played to hold back Nigeria from the brink of disaster.
Apart from Ado Bayero’s commitment to unity, Atiku Abubakar praised the late monarch’s amazing ability to rule over a vast, complex, heterogeneous, and cosmopolitan state like Kano without losing his sanity, a quality he said was rare among average leaders.
The former Vice President extolled the late Ado Bayero’s integrity and his remarkable character, adding that the late Emir had always associated himself with the progress and development of his people.
The former Vice President condoled with the family, the people and the government of Kano State over the death of Emir Ado Bayero.
State governors have also been paying tributes to the late emir of Kano.Kogi State Governor, Capt. Idris I. Wada commiserated with the people of Kano State and especially the immediate family of the Late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero over the demise of the respected traditional ruler. The Octogenarian passed on yesterday at the old age of 83.
In a condolence message signed by the his Special Adviser on Media and Strategy Mr. Jacob Edi, the Kogi Governor extolled the virtues of the departed Royal Majesty and urged the family to emulate his footsteps. He said the death of the Royal Father would leave a gap in the country’s diplomatic space.
Capt. Wada who noted that death is an unavoidable end of all mortals wished the deseased eternal rest and the family the fortitude to bear the loss.
Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan has expressed sadness at the death of the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero describing him as an epitome of peace and national unity.
In a statement by Felix Ofou, his Press Secretary, the Governor noted the bold sacrifices and courage exhibited by the late monarch to maintain relative peace in Kano even in the face of threats by insurgents and at great risk to his life.
“Even at great risk to his life and threat by insurgents, the late Royal Majesty stood defiantly against religious extremism and helped to maintain peace in Kano which is the commercial nerve centre of Northern Nigeria.
“Our revered royal father was not cowed; neither did he retreat when his convoy was shot at. He also intervened where necessary to ensure that peace and the unity of the country was not in any way compromised,” he said.
Uduaghan recalled with nostalgia and fond memories how the late Emir received him and the entourage from Delta State in the ancient city of Kano in 2007, noting that the encounter and warm reception accorded him would remain indelible in his mind.
“Because of his personal commitment to peace and unity of Nigeria, the late Alhaji Ado Bayero welcomed us to the ancient city of Kano. He related to me like a son and I accepted him more like a father,” he added.
Governor Uduaghan particularly noted the late monarch’s support for President Goodluck Jonathan and efforts to combat the scourge of Boko Haram and other terrorist activities in the country.
“I am sure President Goodluck Jonathan will greatly miss the wise counsel and intervention of the late Emir. He was a pillar of support to the Federal Government as well as other forms of lawful authority in the country, “he enthused.
Uduaghan therefore expressed condolences to the government and people of Kano State, the Ado Bayero family, President Jonathan and Nigerians at large and prayed God to grant all the fortitude to bear the loss.
Also,Governor, Dr Abdulfatah Ahmed has described the death of the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Abdullahi Bayero as a national loss of unimaginable proportion as the deceased represented one of the finest, most loved and respected traditional rulers of modern Nigeria.
Governor Ahmed, who made this remark in a condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Alhaji Abdulwahab Oba, said Emir Ado Bayero added colour and panache to the traditional institution of not only Kano Emirate, Northern Nigeria but the country as a whole through his candour and statesmanship.
“As a Nigerian who lived and worked in Kano for many years, I recalled that the reign of Alhaji Ado Bayero as the Emir of Kano deepened the values of the Emirate as the Centre of Commerce in West Africa”; the Governor Said.
Governor Ahmed extended his condolences to the Kano Emirate Council and Kano State Government on the death of the Emir with a prayer that Allah grants them the fortitude to bear the lose and the deceased Aljanat Fridaous.
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State has commiserated with the Government and people of Kano State on the death of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Ado Bayero, the Emir of Kano, describing the late Emir as a friend of the Talakawa.
In a condolence message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Peter Okhiria, the Governor said “I received with a heavy heart, news of the death of His Royal Highness, Dr Ado Bayero, Emir of Kano.
“His Royal Highness was a foremost traditional ruler, under whose reign Kano Emirate witnessed phenomenal socio-economic, political, educational and cultural transformation and affirmed its pre-eminent status as a world-renowned Emirate, centre of commerce, scholarship and a melting pot for all Nigerians.
“Despite his exalted seat, he was a most worthy friend of the Talakawa , an embodiment of wisdom and learning, compassion and selflessness. He was an inspiration to millions and a reference point in authentic leadership and service to the Community.
His death therefore is a great loss not only to the Kano Emirate, the State but to the entire nation as his wealth of wisdom will be sorely missed especially at this time.
“On behalf of the government and people of Edo State, I pray Almighty Allah will console the people of Kano on this great loss.
“I also pray Almighty Allah will grant the late Emir Aljannah firdaus.
In the same vein,Governor Murtala Hammanyero Nyako of Adamawa State has extended his condolences to his Kano counterpart, Engineer Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Kano Emirate Council and the Good People of Kano over the sad demise of the Emir of Kano Alhaji Ado Bayero. Governor Nyako described the death of the Emir of Kano as a monumental loss to the Nation. Speaking at the sidelines of the APC meeting in Port Harcourt, the Adamawa State Governor described the late Ado Bayero as a true man of peace and an icon. He recalled the several advices given to him by the late Emir both during his days in the Military and now as a politician.
Ahmad I. Sajoh, director, press and public affairs ,Government House, Yola said Governor Murtala Nyako joins several other Nigerians in praying for the late Emir. He prayed to Allah to grant him aljanna fiddausi. Governor Murtala Nyako will depart Port Harcourt for Kano to join millions of Nigerians in commiserating with the Government and People of Kano.
In his condolence message,eminent businessman and former Governor of Abia State, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, has described the late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero, as a great monarch whose death is a big blow to the nation.
In a condolence message signed by his Special Adviser, Prince ‘Kunle Oyewumi, Friday, Kalu said the late Emir was an exceptional monarch whose exemplary leadership remains a legacy worthy of emulation.
According to Kalu, the late Emir dedicated his life to humanity and his memory will linger forever in the hearts of peace loving Nigerians.
“He was a father to all, irrespective of religion, tribe, age, social and political divides,” Kalu recalled mournfully.
Kalu also said the late Emir was instrumental to the development of Kano State as he worked tirelessly with successive governments in the State to ensure the development of the State known as the Centre of Commerce.
The former governor, however, encouraged the family of the late Emir to take solace in the fact that the deceased contributed immensely to the growth and development of the nation and lived a consummate life.
He also sympathized with the people and government of Kano State, the Kano Emirate Council and members of the deceased’s family and asked the Almighty Allah to grant them the fortitude to bear the loss.
He prayed God to grant the late paramount ruler eternal rest.
Also,The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) said it received the news of the passage of the Emir of Kano, His Royal , Alhaji Dr. Ado Abdullahi Bayero with great shock and intense sadness. Indeed, this is a sad day. Our nation and the world has lost an uncommon personality; a great African and a quintessential monarch.
A statement by PDP’s spokesman ,Olisa Metuh said Alhaji Dr. Ado Abdullahi Bayero lived a legend, a detribalized Nigerian and statesman who sacrificed the greater part of his life for the stability, oneness and development of our dear nation leaving for us and generations yet unborn resounding legacies and glowing footprints to follow.
PDP said the late Emir personified dignity and finesses. Till death, he was the longest serving and unarguably one of the most respected emirs in the history of Kano Emirate; a devout muslim who, despite his exceptional attainments left us great lessons as a very strong symbol of godliness, tolerance, justice, honesty and service to our dear father land.
“He was an excellent administrator and entrepreneur who played key roles towards the political and economic development of our country while his contributions to national discourse remained pivotal to the sustenance of democracy and good governance in Nigeria.
“We mourn with our National Chairman, Ahmadu Adamu Muazu CON, as he grieves for the loss of his adoptive father, the Emir, who nurtured him and many other prominent Nigerians to greatness. Indeed, we are particularly pained that the Emir left us at a time like this when his wealth of experience, valuable fatherly advise and guidance are needed the most.
“Our hearts also reach out to the the Bayero family even as we condole with the Kano Emirate, the good people of Kano state and the entire nation for this very huge loss,”the statement said.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has also expressed profound shock and sadness at the death of the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero, saying his demise came at a time that his great wisdom and wealth of knowledge are much needed to help Nigeria to surmount its challenges.
In a statement issued in Lagos on Friday by its Interim National Publicity Secretary, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, the party said the late Emir was a symbol of peace and unity in his lifetime, reaching far beyond ethnic and religious divide to help foster a united Nigeria.
It said the Emir’s long and remarkable reign that spanned over half a century marked a period of prolonged peace and prosperity for his domain, which was a testimony to his much-revered leadership qualities and his uncommon humanity.
APC commiserates with the family of the late Emir, as well as with the government and people of Kano State on the passing of such a great man, and expressed the hope that they will do everything possible to ensure that his legacy endures.
The party prays that God will grant eternal rest to the soul of the departed, and also give those he left behind the strength to bear their huge loss.
