GOVERNOR DAUDA LAWAL MOURNS ELDER STATESMAN, M.Z ANKA

Governor Dauda Lawal has expressed his condolences on the passing of Elder Statesman M.Z Anka, stating that Zamfara has lost an experienced leader.

Ambassador Anka a prominent figure passed away in the early hours today.

In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, Governor Lawal said the death of Ambassador Anka has created a significant void due to his vast experience.

According to the governor, “The loss of Ambassador M.Z Anka is not only felt by his immediate family, but by the entire people of Zamfara state.

“Late Anka lived a principled and exemplary life full of modesty, honesty, and hard work. His role in the realization and creation of Zamfara State is a testament to his commitment to his people’s progress and prosperity.

“Ambassador Anka was a great leader, a wise counsellor, and a source of pride for our state.

“On behalf of the state government, we extend our deepest condolences to the immediate family and the Anka emirate.

“May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannah Firdaus.”

SULAIMAN BALA IDRIS
Senior Special Assistant (Media and Publicity) to the Zamfara Governor
December 29, 2023