The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, has commiserated with President Muhammadu Buhari over the death of his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Abba Kyari.
Atiku, a former Nigeria’s Vice President, described the deceased as a loyal aide, ROYAL NEWS reports.
According to him, “I have received the death of your Chief of Staff with profound grief and sorrow, and I convey to you my deepest and heartfelt sympathies at this sombre moment.”
He noted that, “death is inevitable and every living being will ultimately experience this terminal stage of life.”
He also reminded Nigerians that the coronavirus pandemic is a reality and it respects no political and social boundaries.
He explained that the death of the Chief of Staff should galvanize Nigerians to support the efforts to contain this deadly virus.
The statement reads: “Mr. President, my heart and prayers are with you at this emotionally challenging moment as you come to terms with the death of your dedicated Chief of Staff.
“We are bound by common humanity and I therefore feel and share your grief at this moment. May Allah forgive the deceased and grant him eternal bliss in paradise.”
