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From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja
The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has announced the death of its pioneer spokesperson and founding member, Alhaji Suleiman Abdulazeez, describing his passing as a devastating loss to Northern Nigeria and the nation.
In a statement by the national coordinator of the coalition, Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, the group said Abdulazeez was a fearless advocate for justice, education, equity and social reform, whose voice shaped public discourse across the North.
The coalition noted that he served as pioneer spokesperson of the CNG and former spokesperson of the Northern Elders’ Forum, where he championed causes aimed at tackling injustice, insecurity, illiteracy and inequality.
According to the statement, the late elder statesman remained committed to the advancement of Northern Nigeria and national unity until his final moments.
“Through wisdom, courage and uncommon patriotism, he dedicated his life to confronting injustice, illiteracy, insecurity and social inequality,” Charanchi said.
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The group described Abdulazeez as humble, honest and selfless despite his influence, adding that he strongly believed that education and social consciousness were vital to ending poverty and underdevelopment in the North.
CNG also praised his commitment to the protection of Northern interests and preservation of the values of the revered Zazzau Emirate.
“His passing has created a huge vacuum that will be difficult to fill. Northern Nigeria has lost one of its most courageous public voices, finest intellectuals and committed patriots,” the statement added.
The coalition said he is survived by two wives, children, relatives, associates and admirers across the country.
It extended condolences to his family, members of the Northern Elders’ Forum, the people of the Zazzau Emirate and Nigerians mourning the late spokesperson.
