Gov Sanwo-Olu Mourns Sarkin Hausawa, Alhaji Sani Kabir

The Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has joined in the mourning of the passage of Sarkin Hausawa, HRH Alhaji Muhammadu Sani Kabir, who died at the age of 57.

In his message of condolence, Mr Sanwo-Olu said, “I join the family, friends and the entire Arewa Community in Lagos to mourn the passing of Sarkin Hausawa, HRH Alhaji Muhammadu Sani Kabir, at the age of 57”.

“Late Kabir was a visionary leader and grassroots mobiliser who served as Vice Chairman and later Acting Chairman of Mushin Local Government, where he contributed significantly.”

“His major contribution was his tireless fight for the promotion of democratic government in Nigeria as a prominent member of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) during the June 12, 1993 presidential annulment struggle.”

“He was a seasoned journalist and co-founder of Tempo and The News Magazines.”

“May his soul find rest with God” Sanwo-Olu concluded.