President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday commiserated with the government and people of Borno State over the death of the Emir of Biu, Alhaji Mai Mustapha Umar Aliyu.
Buhari, in a statement by his spokesman, Femi Adesina, also condoled with the royal family and the Biu Emirate Council on the death of the emir who for 31 years had the privilege of leading the people of Biu with diligence and dedication.
He said the late emir, who was a strong advocate for peace and development in the North East region, demonstrated visionary leadership that was very evident to all, including his efforts to modernise Biu by supporting the establishment of educational institutions in the community.
He said the emir’s style of servant leadership for over three decades earned him the trust and respect of his community, contemporaries and Nigerians from diverse political, social and religious leanings.
Buhari prayed almighty God to grant the soul of the departed eternal rest and comfort to the people of Biu during this time of mourning.
