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President Muhammadu Buhari has joined the Royal Family of Agba, the government, and the people of Cross River State in mourning the passing of His Royal Majesty Uti (Dr) Joseph Davies Agba, Uti Item 111 of Utugwang, Uti Ukani 1 of Obudu, Paramount Ruler of Obudu Local Government Area (LGA).

Buhari in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant, Garba Shehu commiserates with the Minister of State, Power, Prince Goddy Jedy-Agba over his father’s death.

According to the statement, Buhari said he believes the Minister’s father, His Royal Majesty’s steadfast devotion and dedication to the well-being of his people since acceding to the throne in 1959 will never be forgotten.

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He added that the Monarch as one of the longest-serving Monarchs in Africa and recipient of numerous honours both at home and abroad, his wisdom, courage, dignity, and magnanimity of the beloved Royal Father in several positions will continue to serve as a shining example to all.

‘‘On a personal level, I will remember His Majesty for gifting the nation with responsible and patriotic children like Prince Goddy, who are passionate with the vision of a more stable, prosperous and united Nigeria,’’ President Buhari says.

He prays for the peaceful repose of the soul of the Royal Father and comfort to all who mourn.