By Olukayode Idowu
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum has expressed deep sorrow and profound grief at the passing of his spokesperson, Mallam Isa Gusau, who passed away after a protracted illness on Thursday at a hospital in India.
Zulum, in a statement on Friday said that the entire Borno State government mourns the loss of a dedicated public servant and a cherished member of the team.
According to the statement, while Zulum had made personal contact with the family of his late spokesperson, he extended condolences to friends and associates, particularly members of the media industry.
Isa Gusau, who served as the Special Adviser on Public Relations and Strategy to Governor Zulum since June 2019, had also served in the same capacity under his predecessor, Senator Kashim Shettima, who is now Nigeria’s Vice President.
Zulum said: “Mallam Isa Gusau was admired by everyone for his commitment to the people of Borno State and his exceptional professionalism in his role. He was a tireless advocate for the state and worked tirelessly to communicate the government’s initiatives and policies to the public with clarity and transparency.”
Zulum added that “Isa Gusau will be remembered for his passion for serving the people of Borno State and his dedication to the betterment of the state. His exceptional communication skills played a crucial role in fostering understanding and cooperation between the government and the people.” The Governor prayed for the repose of the soul of the late spokesman and also prayed that Allah gives his family and other loved ones the strength to bear the irreparable loss.