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Dogara mourns Mai Tikau

Former Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon Yakubu Dogara has expressed shock over the news of the demise of His Royal Highness, Mai Tikau, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Grema Ibn Shuwa, which occurred on Friday, May 10, 2024.
According to him, “His death is a huge loss not just to Yobe State but the country at large”.
In a message he personally signed,Hon Yakubu Dogara,who holds the traditional title of Jarman Tikau described the late monarch as “a patriot, a father to all, a man of peace, renowned educationist, and an advocate for sustainable development through his advocacy for tree planting to curb desertification.
“He was a man who showed love to all, irrespective of regional or political affiliation. It was under his leadership that people from different parts of the country, including my humble self, were recognised and conferred with prestigious traditional titles, which helped to foster national unity and social cohesion.
He then condoled with his immediate family, members of the Emirate Council, government, and people of Yobe State over this irreparable loss.
“May Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Janatul firdaus”, the former Speaker prayed. END
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