Albert Horsfall, the pioneer director-general of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), has died at the age of 84.
Horsfall’s demise was announced in a statement released by
his son, Donald Horsfall, on behalf of the family.
The family said Horsfall died “peacefully after a fulfilled
and impactful life dedicated to God, family, community, Rivers State, and
Nigeria”.
The family said during Horsfall’s lifetime, he served
Nigeria with “uncommon dedication, integrity, and patriotism, leaving behind an
enduring legacy of leadership, wisdom, and selfless service”.
“As one of the founding fathers of Rivers State and an elder
statesman of national repute, Chief Horsfall made invaluable contributions to
the growth and development of the State and the country,” the statement reads.
“His counsel, courage, and commitment to justice, peace, and
good governance earned him the admiration of generations of leaders and
citizens alike.
“While the family mourns this irreparable loss, we take
comfort in the extraordinary life he lived and the indelible mark he left on
the sands of time.
“His memory will continue to inspire all who had the
privilege of knowing him and benefiting from his immense wealth of knowledge,
experience, and compassion.”
Born on December 22, 1941, Horsfall served in the nation’s
security services, including the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of
State Services (DSS).
Horsfall also served as chairman of the defunct Oil Minerals
Producing Areas Development Commission (OMPADEC) and the Rivers state social
rehabilitation committee.
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