By Emmanuel Kwada
A wave of sorrow has swept through the heart of Fufore Local Government Area as news of the untimely passing of Hon. Babas Shuaibu, Chairman of Fufore LGA and a former Member of the State House of Assembly, struck the community like a thunderbolt.
The announcement, shared with raw emotion by his long-time friend and political ally, Hon. Barr. Aliyu Wakili Boya, has left many reeling, grappling with the void left by a man whose life was a testament to service and sacrifice.
In a moving tribute, Hon. Boya, the Member Representing Fufore/Song and Chairman of the House Committee on Police Institutions, poured out his grief: “I received the devastating news of the passing of our beloved brother… I’m still trying to come to terms with the loss.” His words echo the sentiments of countless others who knew Hon. Shuaibu not just as a leader, but as a brother, a friend, and a beacon of hope.
I received the devastating news of the passing of our beloved brother… I’m still trying to come to terms with the loss
Hon. Babas Shuaibu was more than a public official; he was a cornerstone of Fufore’s spirit. His dedication to the people he served was unwavering, his leadership a steady hand guiding the community through challenges, and his commitment a shining example of what it means to put others before oneself.
From his days in the State House of Assembly to his tenure as Chairman, he left an indelible mark on the lives he touched, his legacy woven into the fabric of the region he loved.
My heart goes out to his family, friends, and the people of Fufore LGA during this difficult time
“My heart goes out to his family, friends, and the people of Fufore LGA during this difficult time,” Hon. Boya wrote, his words heavy with empathy. The loss is palpable, a shared wound felt across homes, streets, and council chambers.
For those who walked alongside him in the trenches of public service, like Hon. Boya, the pain is personal—a brother lost too soon.
As tears fall and memories rise, the people of Fufore are left to honor a man whose life was a gift to them all. “May his legacy live on, and may we continue to draw inspiration from his selfless service,” Hon. Boya urged, a call to keep alive the flame of Shuaibu’s devotion. In the quiet moments of reflection, his voice seems to linger, a reminder of the good he did and the love he gave.
“Rest in peace, my brother. You will be remembered,” Hon. Boya concluded, a final farewell to a soul now at rest. As Fufore mourns, they hold tight to the hope that Hon. Babas Shuaibu’s light will continue to guide them, even from beyond.
May his legacy live on, and may we continue to draw inspiration from his selfless service
The community now stands united in grief, leaning on one another as they bid goodbye to a leader whose absence will be felt for years to come.
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