Former Gongola State governor and one-time Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Chairman Alhaji Bamanga Tukur was buried on Sunday in Yola after funeral prayers at the Lamido of Adamawa’s Palace Mosque.
The Janazah prayer, held shortly before 11 a.m. inside the palace mosque, drew thousands of mourners, government officials and dignitaries.
Among those present were Africa’s richest industrialist, Aliko Dangote, and the host paramount ruler, the Lamido of Adamawa, Barkindo Aliyu Musdafa, who was accompanied by several other traditional rulers from across the state.
Tukur’s remains were later interred at his late father’s family compound near the Lamido Palace in Yola, in accordance with Islamic rites.Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri led a large government delegation to both the prayers and the burial.
He described the late Tukur as a father, mentor and builder of men, saying: “From NPA to Government House, from the boardroom to PDP National Secretariat, Alhaji Bamanga Tukur served Nigeria with distinction.
"Adamawa has lost an Iroko tree. His wisdom, generosity and commitment to development will be greatly missed.”
As part of a three-day mourning period declared on Saturday shortly after Tukur’s death, the governor announced Monday, September 14, 2026, as a work-free day.
Business mogul Aliko Dangote hailed Tukur as a pioneer of private enterprise in Northern Nigeria, noting:
“He believed in industry, in jobs, in building Nigeria. He opened doors for many of us in business.”
Former Adamawa governor Senator Jibrilla Bindow described Tukur as a political father whose counsel benefited him and other leaders who sought his guidance.
Tukur died on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Abuja, just days before his 91st birthday. His remains were flown to Yola and spent the night at his private residence in Jimeta, Yola North Local Government Area.
Born on September 15, 1935, he is survived by two wives and 18 children, including Alhaji Awwal Tukur, the Secretary to the Government of Adamawa State.
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