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Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has described the late Chief Albert Korubo Horsfall as a distinguished statesman whose contributions to national development brought honour to the Kalabari Kingdom and Rivers State.
Fubara said the late elder statesman’s life of service, patriotism, integrity and commitment to humanity had left an enduring legacy that would continue to inspire generations yet unborn.
The governor spoke through the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr Dagogo Wokoma, during the funeral service of Horsfall in Buguma, Asari-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State.
He described Horsfall as a patriotic Nigerian whose leadership and dedication to national development had earned him an important place in the country’s history.
Fubara particularly highlighted his contributions to national security and intelligence administration, recalling his service as Director-General of the State Security Service (SSS), pioneer Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and Chairman of the Oil Mineral Producing Areas Development Commission (OMPADEC).
According to the governor, Horsfall’s service in these strategic positions and his contributions to the development of the Niger Delta remain significant milestones in Nigeria’s history.
He said the late statesman’s leadership, commitment to national service and dedication to development would remain a source of inspiration to future generations.
Fubara urged the bereaved family, the Kalabari people and Nigerians at large to uphold the values of peace, unity and selfless service demonstrated by the deceased.
The funeral service attracted prominent dignitaries, including the Directors-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA).
Others included representatives of the Bayelsa State Governor, the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), the Chairman of PENDEF and the Regent of the Kalabari Kingdom.
Also present were the Rivers State Commissioners for Education and Special Projects, other government officials, traditional rulers and stakeholders.
