Tears and tributes poured on Saturday in Manchok, Kaura Local Government in Kaduna State, when the remains of the late Chief of Moroa, Mr Tagwai Sambo, were laid to rest.
The first class traditional ruler was 88 and had spent 58 years on the throne when his death was announced on June 15.
In her tribute at the funeral, the Deputy Governor of Kaduna State, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, stated that Sambo served the state with extraordinary integrity and compassion.
She added that the late Chief worked tirelessly to promote peace in his domain and beyond.
“He was not only a custodian of tradition but a beacon of peace. His immeasurable contributions to our dear state will remain indelible in our hearts.
“His legacies will endure in the minds of those who knew him.”
Also in her tribute, wife of the deceased, Alisabatu Sambo, described her late husband as a humble man who always put the needs of others before his own.
“His life was a beautiful journey, marked by the love he gave and the lives he touched.
“As we honour his memory, I find solace in the incredible moments we shared and the profound impact he had on our lives,” she added.
She said her husband taught her the true meaning of contentment and love.
Also speaking, Sen. Sunday Katung, said Sambo led his people with the fear of God, dedication and courage.
Katung stressed that he would be remembered for his laudable contributions to the growth and development of Kaduna State.
For Bishop Mathew Kukah, Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Sambo lived an exemplary life.
Kukah appealed to the young people of Southern Kaduna to honour the late Chief’s memory by sustaining his legacy of love, peace, faith and unwavering principles.
On his part, former Gov. Ahmed Makarfi, said the late Chief was a leader whose life had been about the people and peaceful co-existence among them.
Makarfi explained that Sambo was an epitome of decency, comportment, calm and peaceful mien who performed creditably in all of his responsibilities.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Sambo was born on Dec. 24, 1936 and ascended the throne at the age of 30 in 1966.
Until his appointment, he was the Commissioner of Works and Housing in the North Regional Government. (NAN)