JUST IN: Former Nigerian Governor, Ex-Senator is dead
A former Senator representing Adamawa North, colonel Muhammad Mana is dead.
Mana was also a former military administrator of Plateau state. He hailed from Maiha LGA in Adamawa State,
According to reports, Mana died on Friday’s evening in Abuja, a couple of days after he was reportedly discharged from an undisclosed Abuja hospital.
His dead news was confirmed on Friday, by a member of the deceased’s family, and Sarkin Fulani of Mubi, Abdurrahman B Kwaccham.
Mana was the military administrator of Plateau State between December 1993 and August 1996, during the late head of state Gen Sani Abacha regime.
Subsequently, he emerged as the commander of the presidential guard brigade during the administration of former head of state Abdussalami Abubakar, before being elected as Senator of Adamawa North in 2007.
Kwaccham stated that his late brother left behind children and wives, adding that his funeral prayer would be held at 2pm on Saturday, at the Abuja National Mosque.
During his tenure as military administrator, he was widely recognized for initiating projects and policies that advanced the state’s development and contributed to national growth.
His death has elucidated an epic outpouring of grievous tributes from leaders and citizens alike.
PLATEAU STATE GOVERNOR, BARR. CALEB MUTFWANG MOURNS EX-GOVERNOR, MANA
Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has described the passing of the retired officer as “a painful loss to his family, the people of Plateau, and the nation.”
Governor Mutfwang commended Mana’s efforts in fostering peace, unity, and progress during a critical period in Plateau’s history.
He noted that Mana’s wisdom and leadership would be deeply missed, particularly at a time when Nigeria is grappling with challenges of stability and cohesion.
“On behalf of my family, the government, and the people of Plateau State, I extend heartfelt condolences to the family of Col. Mana.
Continuing, he said: “We pray for God’s strength and comfort for them in this period of mourning,” the governor said.
“Col. Mana’s legacy as both a military administrator and lawmaker is remembered with respect, as tributes continue to pour in from across the country.”
