President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Asholyio people in Southern Kaduna, Kaduna State, on the passing of His Highness, Dr. Tagwai Sambo, the Chief of Moroa.
The late traditional ruler was on the throne for 58 years and is regarded as one of the longest-reigning traditional rulers in northern Nigeria, Tinubu’s spokesman Ajuri Ngelale said in a statement on Wednesday.
“He played a pivotal role in the establishment of Kaduna State University, serving as its pioneer Chancellor.
“President Tinubu pays tribute to a lifetime of selfless service, dedicated to education, peacebuilding, and community development.
“The President prays for the repose of the soul of the departed and comfort for the family and those whose lives the Royal Father touched,” Ngelale said in the statement.
Dateline Nigeria reports that the monarch died at the age of 88 on Saturday, June 15, 2024 after a prolonged illness.
Earlier in a condolence message, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani described Agwam Tagwai Sambo, the Chief of Moro’a Asholyio, Manchok, as a champion of peace, who led his people with love, compassion and courage.
