Former Military Governor of Plateau state, Air Commodore Dan Suleiman, is dead.
He died on Wednesday at the age of 80.
Governor Simon Lalong led a delegation of government officials on a condolence visit to the family of the former military governor at his Abuja residence on Thursday.
Lalong said that the retired military officer was one of his great supporters, who usually gave him advice in the discharge of his duties, in spite of their different political affiliations.
“He used to give me advice during my period of travails and we have continued to make use of the advice,” he said.
Lalong said that the deceased was an advocate of involving former governors and administrators of the state in the affairs of the state, for its progress.
He further explained that the late Suleiman, including former governors, were billed to attend the Plateau Day of Forgiveness, scheduled for Feb. 7, to strengthen the reconciliation processes in the state.
“We have written letters to all the former governors, as instructed by him, to invite them for the day, where we will give awards to deserving persons, including him,” he said.
The governor prayed for comfort for the family and for the soul of the deceased to rest in peace, urging them to take solace in the enduring legacy left behind by the former military administrator, especially his mentorship.
Responding on behalf of the family, Suleiman’s eldest son, Mr Jim Suleiman, thanked the governor for the honour accorded his father through the condolence visit.
He said that his father held Lalong in high esteem and wished the governor success in all his endeavours.
