By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab
The Kogi State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Youth Leader, Hon. Yunusa Halidu Adazaki, has commiserated with the people of Bassa-Nge Kingdom following the death of their revered monarch, His Royal Majesty, Alhaji (Dr.) Brigadier General Abu Ali Mopa III.
In a condolence message signed and made available to newsmen in Lokoja, Hon. Adazaki described the late royal father as a remarkable leader whose legacy of peace, unity, and development will remain unforgettable in Bassa land, across Kogi State, and throughout Nigeria.
He said the late monarch displayed exceptional patriotism both in his military career and traditional leadership, leaving behind enduring contributions to national development.
Adazaki noted that HRM Brigadier Gen. Abu Ali Mopa III was a man of wisdom who consistently advocated for harmony and peaceful coexistence among diverse communities, adding that his departure has created a vacuum that will be difficult to fill.
He further stated that the monarch’s impact on grassroots development, community empowerment, and cultural preservation will continue to be remembered by the people he served with passion and humility.
In a related development, Hon. Adazaki also expressed deep sympathy to the family and associates of the late Hajiya Halimat Abdullahi from Kogi Local Government Area, describing her as a committed, hardworking, and highly respected supporter of the Peoples Democratic Party.
According to him, her sudden death came as a shock to many, leaving the PDP family and her community in deep sorrow.
The PDP Youth Leader recounted her valuable contributions toward strengthening the party structure at the grassroots level, noting that she consistently demonstrated loyalty and dedication to the advancement of democracy.
He prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive her shortcomings, grant her eternal rest, and comfort her immediate family during the difficult period.
Hon. Adazaki urged the families of the deceased to take solace in the fact that both individuals lived purposeful and impactful lives devoted to the service of humanity.
The PDP Youth Leader further prayed that Almighty Allah grants HRM Brigadier Gen. Abu Ali Mopa III peaceful rest in Aljannatul Firdaus and rewards him abundantly for his sacrifices and leadership.
