President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the death of His Excellency, President Hage Geingob of the Republic of Namibia.
Geingob passed away in the early hours of Sunday at the age of 82. He was receiving cancer treatment in the nation’s capital of Windhoek before his death.
Tinubu spoke via a statement by his media aide, Ajuri Ngelale, on Sunday.
He mourned the painful loss of the veteran in the struggle for democracy, a proponent of good governance, and an advocate of economic, social, and political solidarity among African peoples.
The Nigerian President also extended deep condolences to the government and people of Namibia over the passing of President Geingob.
Destiny Of The Continent
He noted that the tragedy came at a time when Africa needed more visionary leaders who believe in the common destiny of the continent, and who can strengthen bonds across borders.
The statement reads: “On behalf of the government and people of Nigeria, I extend our deepest condolences to the government and people of Namibia over the passing of His Excellency, President Hage Geingob.
“I mourn the painful loss of a veteran in the struggle for democracy, a proponent of good governance, and an advocate for economic, social, and political solidarity among African peoples.
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“This tragedy comes at a time when Africa is in dire need of more visionary leaders who believe in our common destiny.
“Those who can strengthen the bonds across our borders and spread the tendrils of cooperation in all fields of human endeavour.
“As Namibia mourns, I want to assure the Republic that my thoughts and prayers, and indeed those of all Nigerians, are with you”.
