The Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District and former Governor of Plateau State, Senator Simon Bako Lalong, has received with profound sadness and deep shock the news of the demise of Alhaji Garba Abdulkadir, Deputy Chairman of Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI), Plateau State, and Chairman of the Jos Central Mosque Management Committee.
Senator Lalong extends his heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, the Hausa community in Jos North, leadership and members of Jama’atu Nasril Islam, the Jos Central Mosque community, and the entire Muslim Ummah in Plateau State over this painful loss.
The Senator recalls with fondness the invaluable role played by the late Alhaji Garba Abdulkadir in promoting peace, reconciliation, forgiveness, and peaceful coexistence among the diverse religious communities in Plateau State.
He particularly remembers his contributions during his tenure as Governor, when the late Islamic leader actively supported efforts to sustain peace and strengthen inter-religious dialogue across the state.
Senator Lalong also acknowledges the personal support and encouragement he received from the deceased throughout his political journey, describing his passing as a significant loss to the Muslim community and the broader peacebuilding efforts in Plateau State.
He notes that the late Alhaji Garba Abdulkadir’s commitment to religious harmony, mutual understanding, and peaceful coexistence will remain a source of inspiration to those who had the privilege of working with him.
While praying for God to grant the deceased eternal rest, Senator Lalong asks the Almighty to comfort his family, the leadership of Jama’atu Nasril Islam, and the entire Muslim Ummah, granting them the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
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