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Tinubu commiserates with Gov. Zulum over death of commissioner

President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to Gov Babagana Zulum of Borno state following the passing of Ahmed Ali Ahmed, his commissioner for finance

• August 26, 2024
Borno Commissioner of Finance Ahmed Ali
Borno Commissioner of Finance Ahmed Ali[Credit: Punch Newspapers]

President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to Gov Babagana Zulum of Borno state following the passing of Ahmed Ali Ahmed, his commissioner for finance.

In a statement on Monday by Ajuri Ngelale, the president’s spokesman, he also offered his condolences to the family of the late commissioner, describing his passing as a “huge and painful loss”.

“The President offers his prayers for the repose of the deceased’s soul and comfort to his family during this difficult time,” said Mr Ngelale.

(NAN)

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