By Nkechi Eze
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd.), has expressed condolences to the Deputy Governor of Kaduna State, Dr Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, over the death of her father.
General Musa described the death of a father as a painful loss, noting that fathers remain pillars of wisdom, strength and moral guidance whose influence shapes their families and society.
According to an official condolence statement signed by Leah Katung-Babatunde, Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister of Defence, General Musa paid tribute to the deceased for living a life of impact and bequeathing a legacy of public service, integrity and leadership, which he said was reflected in the exemplary service of the Deputy Governor.
The Minister, who extended his sympathies on behalf of the Ministry of Defence and the nation’s security architecture, said, “I extend our deepest sympathies to Her Excellency, Dr Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, her family, and the entire people of Kaduna State during this moment of grief.”
He also prayed Almighty God to grant the deceased eternal rest, comfort the bereaved family and give them the strength to bear the irreparable loss.
General Musa further acknowledged the pain associated with losing a loved one, expressing solidarity with the Deputy Governor and her family during the difficult period.














