The remains of Ahmed Gulak, who was killed by unknown gunmen, in Owerri, Imo State, on Sunday, has been buried according to the Islamic laws.
Gulak, who was the former presidential aide to ex-president Goodluck Jonathan, was laid to rest at the Gudu Cemetery in Abuja on Sunday night, May 30, at about 8pm.
His funeral service was held at the National Mosque, Abuja. Gulak was killed while driving to the airport on Sunday, May 30.
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Meanwhile, Jonathan, in a statement titled, ‘Ex-President Jonathan mourns former political adviser, Gulak,’ signed by his Media Adviser, Ikechuckwu Eze, in Abuja, described Gulak’s death as a painful loss.
The statement quoted the former President as saying, “I received with shock the death of Ahmed Gulak who died on Sunday, 30th May 2021, in Owerri, Imo State.
“Gulak was a loyal public servant and dedicated patriot who gave his all in service to his country. His death is a painful loss to me and many others who worked and interacted with him.
“He will be remembered for his modest contributions to the growth of our nation’s democracy, especially his memorable days both as a skilful speaker of Adamawa State House of Assembly and political adviser in our administration.
“My deepest condolences to his family, the government and the people of Adamawa State, who are bound to feel the loss of this eminent and patriotic Nigerian.
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