Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki has stated that
the death of Alhaji Umaru Ali Shinkafi came at a time when his experience,
frank disposition, wise counsel and political sagacity were most needed by a
nation faced with several challenges.
Saraki in a statement by his Special Adviser (Media and
Publicity), Yusuph Olaniyonu, stated that late Shinkafi who was Marafan Sokoto
was an accomplished public servant as a top policeman, a leading political
light who contributed so much to the political programmes that led to the birth
of the present republic, a professional who did well as a legal practitioner
and a former Minister of Internal Affairs and head of the nation's former
secret service, then known as Nigeria Security Organisation (NSO).
"The Marafan Sokoto was a consummate politician who had
large followership across the country. He was a bridge builder. He was revered
by his supporters and opponents. A man who will always say the truth at every
point. He helped in mentoring many political office holders now occupying top
positions in government at various levels. He was also a man who embodied the
tradition of his people and that is why he held the important title of Marafa
in the Sultan's council.
"With his diverse and extensive experience in the area
of security, his advice would have been useful in tackling the different
security issues confronting our country at this point. Incidentally, Alhaji
Shinkafi was not a man who shied away from contributing to issues of national
development.
"His absence will be sorely missed by all and sundry. I
pray that Almighty Allah grant him a place among the righteous ones in Aljannah
Firdaus. May Allah also grant members of his immediate family, his political
family, the people and government of Zamfara and Sokoto States the fortitude to
bear this irreparable loss", Saraki stated.
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