He said, “Seven years ago, you left this world, leaving behind a legacy of detribalised leadership and a soil that was fertile enough to grow trees whose shade you would never enjoy. As a peacemaker, you helped to bring peace to the Niger Delta and that singular act brought manifold benefits to Nigeria. “As a democrat, you promoted due process in government and equity in public administration. Umar Musa Yar’Adua, a friend and brother, a great gift to the nation and people of Nigeria. Seven years gone but never forgotten. May you rest in peace, even as we hope and believe that you made al-Jannah firdaus. Miyetti Allah for the life of service you lived and may Almighty God care for the family you left behind.”]]>