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Northern Governors Mourn Former Kaduna Governor Balarabe Musa 

By Israel Joel

Chairman of the Northern Governors Forum and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Bako   Lalong  on Wednesday said that   the Forum is saddened by the death of a former civilian Governor of Kaduna State, Alhaji Balarabe Musa.
 Lalong in a statement signed by his director of press and public affairs Dr  Simon Macham ,said the passing of the elderstatesman is a great loss to his immediate family, the Government and people of Kaduna State and Nigeria at large as he will be greatly missed.
He said the late Alhaji Musa spoke out against oppression, injustice, corruption and crime with such passion that clearly motivated many younger persons to fight for the cause of democracy and also seek public office as a platform for service.
Lalong said “Former Governor Balarabe Musa is without doubt a political giant in the history of Nigeria as he demonstrated patriotism, passion and selflessness in his engagements. He was a principled man who stood for his convictions even when many did not agree with him. He demonstrated that governance is truly about service and lived a very simple life”.
Governor Lalong prays that almighty God will grant his soul eternal rest, and comfort his family, friends and associates.
He said his legacies will continue to endure as he was an exemplary and mentored many who have impacted the nation.

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