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The Nigerian Young Professionals Forum (NYPF), has paid a condolence visit to the family of Shehu Shagari, the late former president, to commiserate with them over the passing of the elder statesman.

The forum led by its chairman Moses Siasia, also visited Aminu Tambuwal, governor of Sokoto state.

Describing Shagari as an embodiment of great virtues and democratic ethos, Siasia called on political leaders to emulate the candor and simplicity of the late former president.

“Alhaji Shehu Shagari represents the core ideas that the NYPF are advocating for, he represents the ideals of peace, by governance and democratic freedom built on the cardinal principles of national unity, development, and inclusiveness,” he said.

“The Man who truly embodies Integrity is the late Shehu Shagari and not the one claiming it now. Former president Shehu Shagari’s legacies will continue to live on as a man who was truly detribalized.”

Tambuwal appreciated the forum for reaching out and identifying with the people of Sokoto state on the loss of a great leader and father.

The governor emphasised on the humility and simplicity of the late former president, who upon retirement still volunteered his time to serve in different directorates including the director for rural and urban development.

Tambuwal charged members of NYPF to take the necessary action by getting involved in governance as, according to the governor, only by active participation in governance and politics can they create the needed inclusive government that will put the interest of young people into consideration.