Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned communication scholar, Dr. Musa Adamu Labaran of the Faculty of Communication, Bayero University, Kano, who passed away today after a brief illness.
In a condolence message issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf described the death of Dr. Labaran as a painful loss to the academic community, the media profession, and society at large.
The Governor said the late Dr. Labaran was an accomplished scholar, mentor, and intellectual whose immense contributions to the advancement of communication studies, media scholarship, and public discourse would remain invaluable and enduring.
He noted that the deceased dedicated his life to teaching, research, and the mentorship of countless students and professionals, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, integrity, and selfless service to humanity.
Governor Yusuf further stated that Dr. Labaran’s death has created a vacuum in academia and the communication profession, given his commitment to knowledge dissemination and intellectual development.
He prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased, grant him eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus, and bestow strength and fortitude upon his family, colleagues, students, and loved ones to bear the irreparable loss.
Governor Yusuf also extended his heartfelt condolences to the academic community, media practitioners, friends, and associates of the late scholar during this difficult time.
