Dare Babalola
Tragedy has struck Katsina State as Governor Mallam Dikko Radda mourns the sudden passing of Tukur Tingilin, Managing Director of the Katsina State Water Board.
Tingilin was involved in an auto accident on Thursday, which led to his death.
In a statement issued on Friday by Chief Press Secretary Ibrahim Kaula, Governor Radda lamented Tingilin’s death as a significant blow to the state’s water supply improvement efforts.
Radda paid glowing tribute to the late Water Board boss, highlighting his dedication, professionalism and commitment to public service.
The statement read, “Governor Radda described the death as a rude shock, noting that Engr. Tingilin’s leadership as Managing Director of the State Water Board was marked by selfless service to the people, even until his last breath.
“Under his guidance, efforts to ensure that clean water reached every household in Katsina were greatly intensified and sustained.
“The Governor takes solace in the fact that Engr. Tingilin passed away as a faithful Muslim during the holy month of Ramadan.
“Governor Radda, on behalf of the government and the people of Katsina State, extends heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Managing Director and the people of Malumfashi Local Government Area. He prays to Allah to grant them the strength and fortitude to bear this monumental loss.”
