Mr. Peter Kisira, the most recent Deputy Governor of Kwara State, has passed away. At the age of 74, Kisira passed away on Saturday after serving as the state’s deputy governor from 2012 to 2019. The state governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, expressed his sorrow upon learning of the former deputy governor’s passing in a condolence message signed by his chief press secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye.
“On behalf of the people and government of the state, Governor AbdulRazaq sends his heartfelt condolences to the people of Baruten and the family of Elder Kisira, whom he urges to take solace in his fine legacies as a public servant and a bureaucrat who rose to the rank of permanent secretary in the state’s civil service.
“The governor said the former deputy governor will be remembered for his life of commendable public service and dedication to good causes.
“He prays to God to receive his soul and look after the family that inherits him,” the statement added.
In addition, the state government has received condolences from Alh Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, the Emir of Ilorin, regarding the passing of the former deputy governor. In a message of condolence signed by his spokesperson, Malam Abdulazeez Arowona, Sulu-Gambari referred to the deceased as an exceptional gentleman and administrator who rendered meritorious service to the state in several capacities.
“The Emir, on behalf of the entire members of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, commiserate with Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, people of Baruten local government area, government and people of Kwara state over the unfortunate incidence.
“Alhaji Sulu-Gambari condoled the widow, children, immediate and extended families of the late deputy governor, praying God to comfort them and repose the soul of the deceased,” the statement added.
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