Former Nigerian Diplomat Hamzat Ahmadu Dies

Hamzat Ahmadu

A former Nigerian Ambassador to the United States, Hamzat Ahmadu, has been reported dead.

The deceased was said to have breathed his last at the age of 92 at a private hospital in Lagos on Sunday.

Late Ahmadu, who was also the Walin Sokoto, served as Personal Secretary to two Nigerian military leaders: Aguiyi Ironsi and Yakubu Gowon.

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He also served as Nigeria’s Ambassador to United States of America, Germany, France and the former Soviet Union.

The Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, described him as a peace-loving and committed family man who gave invaluable contributions to the unity and development of Nigeria.

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