President Goodluck Jonathan yesterday commiserated with former Head of State, Maj-Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (rtd) on the death of his eldest daughter, Zulaihatu, saying he feels the pains the Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) founder? was going through on the tragic loss of a beloved child.
Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, in a statement said Jonathan in a condolence letter to Gen.Buhari prayed God to comfort and grant him and members of his family succour from the pain of losing a beloved child who has been nurtured and raised to adulthood.
Abati quoted the president as saying: “I write to extend very sincere commiserations to you and your family on the death of your eldest daughter, Zulaihatu yesterday, November 29, 2012.
“I can well imagine the profound pain, sadness and sorrow brought upon you by the tragic loss of a beloved child whom you have nurtured and raised to adulthood.
“My heart goes out to you as you mourn Zulaihatu. I pray that God Almighty comforts you and grants you and your family succour at this very traumatic time for all who knew and loved her.”