Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki has mourned the death of Alhaji Musa Sale-Kwankwaso, the father of former governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso.
Saraki, in a tweet via his official handle on Friday, expressed sadness over the death of Sale-Kwankwaso.
He also prayed for almighty Allah to grant him a place in Aljannah Firdaus.
DAILY POST had earlier reported that Sale-Kwankwaso died in the early hours of Friday at the age of 93.
“My prayers are with the family of my friend, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, on the passing of his father, Alhaji Musa Sale Kwankwaso, the Majidadin Kano/Makaman Karaye in the early hours of today.
“As we mourn Baba’s passing, we pray that Almighty Allah grants him a place in Aljannah Firdaus, and gives the family that he has left behind the strength that is needed at this time,” Saraki tweeted.
Also reacting, Atiku Abubakar, former Nigerian Vice President, wrote on Twitter, “My thoughts and prayers are with the Kwankwaso family on the loss of their patriarch.
“The late Alhaji Musa Saleh Kwankwaso lived a long and impactful life. He was devoted to his religion, family and society. I condole with my brother, Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso.
“I also express my condolences to the Kano Emirate Council and the Government and People of Kano State. May the Almighty Allah forgive his sins, accept his soul and reward him with Aljannah Firdaus.”
