Emir commiserates with UNILORIN over death of Pro-Chancellor
This is contained in a condolence message issued by Emir’s Spokesman, Mallam AbdulAzeez Arowona, on Thursday in Ilorin.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Pro-Chancellor died after a brief illness on Thursday.
Sulu-Gambari described the deceased as a devout Muslim and thorough administrator, who served the nation diligently in different capacities.
He said he had had a long-standing relationship with Yazid-Rafindadi before his death, adding that he was shocked by his passing.
“On behalf of the entire members of Kwara Traditional Rulers Council, I heartily join members of the university community in commiserating with the families of late Rafindadi,the immediate and extended families, government and good people of Katsina state over the colossal loss.
“May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings, accept his good deeds and admit him into Al-Jannatul Firdaus,” he said.
The emir prayed Allah to give the deceased’s family as well as the university community the fortitude to bear the loss.