By Peter Omopo
Katsina State Governor, Mallam Dikko Radda, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Colonel Joseph Akaagerger (retired), the former Military Administrator of Katsina State, who passed away at the age of 69.
In a statement issued on Monday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Mohammed, Radda described Akaagerger’s tenure from August 1998 to May 1999 as a period of profound impact during Nigeria’s transition to democracy.
“In the brief but impactful period he spent steering the affairs of our state, he built bridges that have withstood the test of time,” Radda said. “Today, we don’t just mourn a former Military Administrator – we mourn a brother who bound Katsina and Benue with cords of friendship that death cannot sever.”
Born on May 5, 1956, Colonel Akaagerger was remembered for his dedication to public service. Following his military career and leadership in Katsina, he later served as a senator representing Benue North East in 2007.
Governor Radda extended condolences to the late colonel’s family and the people of Benue State, noting that Akaagerger’s legacy of unity and selfless service would be remembered across regional lines.
