Former deputy governor of Kwara State Peter Kisira has died aged 74.
Mr Kisira died in the early hours of Saturday, according to a statement signed by Kwara State governor’s chief press secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye.
Kisira was deputy to former governor Abdulfattah Ahmed from May 29, 2011 to May 29, 2019.
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, in the statement, expressed sadness on the death of the former deputy governor.
The statement read, “Kwara State Governor, AbdulRaman AbdulRazaq, is sad to receive reports of the death of the former Deputy Governor of the state, Elder Peter Kisira, in the early hours of today, Saturday.
“The former deputy governor died at the age of 74, according to family accounts.
“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 Kisira will be remembered for his life of commendable public service and dedication to good causes.