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Shehu Shagari: Nigeria has lost a pillar of democracy – Gov. Ortom

Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom joins millions of other Nigerians in mourning the death of former President of the country, Alhaji Shehu Shagari.

Governor Ortom in a statement issued through his Chief press secretary, Terver Akase on Friday December 28th, described the late former President as a true patriot who worked hard for the unity of the country.

He states that Alhaji Shehu Shagari played a key role in the development of the country as its first Executive President and remained a pillar of democracy till his death.

The Governor consoles members of the former President’s family in particular and the people of Sokoto State in general.

He prays God to grant the departed Nigerian leader eternal rest.

Ben Idah

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