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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Yakubu Dogara has
described as devastating and heart breaking, the news of the death of
Senator Malam Ali Wakili.
The Speaker who could not control his emotions on getting this sad news,
described the late Sen. Wakili as a personal friend, true brother and
dependable ally.
” The death of Sen. Ali Wakili is a personal loss to me. I’m short of
words to describe how devastated and heart broken I am over the passing
away of this true friend, brother and confidant, with whom I had excellent
brotherly relationship and association”.
“We have indeed lost a distinguished parliamentarian, easy going and
courageous person who had worked tirelessly both in the Senate chamber and
outside to defend the interest of his constituents, Bauchi State and the
downtrodden members of the society in the country at large”.
“Within his short but eventful sojourn in the National Assembly, Sen.
Wakili had distinguished himself with his characteristic display of
patriotism, forthrightness and logical skills during debates and other
legislative duties”.
“We in Bauchi State and in particular, Bauchi South Senatorial District,
have lost a worthy ambassador and a distinguished gentleman. But we’ll
take solace in the fact that his humanitarian services and other
accomplishments will continue to be a source of inspiration to us all”.
“Our deep condolences go to his immediate family, constituents, the
people of Bauchi State and the nation atlarge over this irreparable
loss.”
The speaker prayed God Almighty to grant his soul eternal rest.