Former Speaker Federal House of Representatives Yakubu Dogara has described the death of His Royal Highness, Mai Tikau, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Grema Ibn Shuwa, as a huge loss not just to Yobe State but the country at large because he was a symbol of national unity
Dogara who is a traditional tittle holder im Tikau Emirate “Jarman Tikau ” stated this in his condolence message signed by himsekf and shared to reporters by his media aide Turaki Hassan said he received with shock, the news of the demise of the royal father.
The Speaker said the royal father was a patriot, a father to all, a man of peace, renowned educationist, and an advocate for sustainable development through his advocacy for tree planting to curb dessertification.
“He was a man who showed love to all, irrespective of regional or political affiliation. It was under his leadership that people from different parts of the country, including my humble self, were recognised and conferred with prestigious traditional titles, which helped to foster national unity and social cohesion.
“I condole with his immediate family, members of the Emirate Council, government, and people of Yobe State over this irreparable loss.
“May Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Janatul firdaus,” he said.
