Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has mourned the death of famous Kannywood actor, Abdullahi Shuaibu popularly known as Karkuzu who passed on some days back after a protracted illness at the age of 94.
The condolence message was conveyed in a statement by the governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi DawakinTofa on Friday.
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The governor said Karkuzu’s death has robbed the industry of a talented actor who was committed to his craft and moulded many growing players in the industry who are now forced to reckon with.
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He maintained that the deceased has left a wide void difficult to fill as during his acting days demonstrated a variety of skills and unrelenting effort of transformation in between comedic and serious roles with passion.
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“On behalf of the Government and people of Kano State, the governor extends deepest and heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, Kannywood members and the film industry,” the statement said.
He prayed to Almighty Allah to grant his gentle soul eternal rest, and Jannatul Firdausi be his final abode.
