Borno Gov, Shettima speaks on suicide by Govt House steward

Governor Kashim Shettima has described as unfortunate the death of a steward within the presidential lodge, inside Government House in Maiduguri.

John Achagwa took his own life on Tuesday.

Governor’s Special Adviser on Communications, Isa Gusau, in a statement, said the deceased was supported to build a complete seven-bedroom apartment and was also given a car, which he used to work.

Gusau said Shettima was shocked and has been wondering what kind of depression could push John to suicide.

The statement read: “Governor Kashim Shettima is deeply shocked by the unfortunate incident especially given the fact that John who looked in mid 60s was publicly known to be one of the Governor’s favourites as he served important guests at the Presidential lodge for more than 30 years.

“When John retired from civil service, Governor Shettima had requested that he be retained as casual staff because of his good services and the confidence in him.

“The Governor even supported John with personal funds with which he used in completing his beautiful house at a good location like Polo in Maiduguri. John also had a car to himself and he lived very comfortably. He was known to be friendly.

“The Governor has since directed the Commissioner of Police to ensure thorough investigation including carrying out a post mortem on his corpse and digging questions everywhere to establish what pushed him to take his own life”.