Defence Minister Pays Tribute to Kaduna Deputy Governor’s Late Father

The Defence Minister, Major General Bashir Magashi (retd.), has extended his condolences to Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe, following the death of her father. In a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Leah Katung-Babatunde, Magashi described the late Alhaji Bala Balarabe as a respected and influential leader who contributed significantly to Kaduna State and Nigeria at large. The Defence Minister, who noted that the deceased lived a life of service to his community and country, expressed his heartfelt sympathy to the Balarabe family and the government and people of Kaduna State. According to Tribune Online, the Minister’s condolence message comes after Alhaji Bala Balarabe passed away at the age of 82. Details of his burial arrangements are yet to be announced.