Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago mourns the death of Alh. Umar Bala, Dan Galadiman Kuta, maternal uncle to the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba and a younger brother to the late Emir of Minna, Alh. Ahmadu Bahago.
In a condolence message by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the farmer Governor says it is a great loss to the State.
He acknowledges that the deceased lived a life worthy of emulation and made positive impact on several lives.
The Governor specifically commiserates with his Deputy, Comrade Garba, the Emir of Minna, Alh. Farouk Bahago, immediate and extended family members as well as the entire people of Minna Emirate of the loss.
He recounts all the meaningful contributions the deceased made in strengthening Traditional Institution for the overall growth and development of the State.
The Governor encourages all the bereaved to reflect on the good memories of the deceased,take solace in Allah and remain steadfast in His will.
The Governor prays that Allah will forgive the shortcomings of the late Dan Galadiman Kuta and grant him Aljanna Firdausi.