By Sule Aliyu Bauçhi
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara has mourned the death of the His Royal Highness, Mai Tikau, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Grema Ibn Shuwa, who passed away yesterday, Friday, May 10, 2024.
In a statement on by his Media Aide, Turaki Hassan, Dogara noted the impactful life of the monarch, saying that he was a symbol of national unity.
Dogara recalled that it was under his leadership that people from different parts of the country, including himself were recognized and conferred with prestigious traditional titles, which helped to foster national unity and social cohesion.
“I received with shock, the news of the demise of His Royal Highness, Mai Tikau, Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Grema Ibn Shuwa.His death is a huge loss not just to Yobe State but the country at large.
“He 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.
Late Emir of Tikau Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Ibn Grema
“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” Dogara said.