The Vice Chancellor of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL), Professor Mohammed Hadi Sulaiman, has described the late Malam Isah Ibrahim Fakumba, a staff member of the university’s Information and Protocol Unit, as one of the institution’s most dedicated, hardworking and well-loved employees.

Fakumba died in the early hours of Sunday following a brief illness.

In a condolence message issued on behalf of the university management, staff and students, Sulaiman said the deceased’s humility, diligence and cordial relationship with colleagues earned him widespread affection and respect within the university community.

He noted that Fakumba was committed to his official responsibilities and made valuable contributions to the activities of the Information and Protocol Unit.

According to the Vice-Chancellor, the deceased’s dedication to duty and pleasant disposition endeared him to colleagues, adding that his death was a painful loss to the unit and the university at large.

Sulaiman extended the university’s condolences to the bereaved family, friends, colleagues and associates, praying that Almighty Allah grants them the strength and fortitude to bear the loss.

He also prayed that Allah forgives the shortcomings of the deceased, grants him eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus and makes his grave a place of peace and light.

He prayed for Allah’s mercy upon the deceased’s soul and strength for his family to overcome the loss.