Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has mourned the death of former Director-General of the State Security Service, Chief Albert Horsfall, describing him as a patriot and distinguished Nigerian who served the country with dedication and integrity.

Fubara, in a statement issued on Sunday, described the late Horsfall as a disciplinarian and an embodiment of quiet strength and intelligence.

The governor said Horsfall served Nigeria with professionalism and dedication during his tenure as Director-General of the SSS.

He noted that the late security chief’s contributions to national security and stability remained a benchmark for those who followed after him.

According to Fubara, Horsfall was more than a former security chief to Rivers State, describing him as an elder statesman, mentor and ambassador of the state’s values.

He said the deceased had contributed significantly to the development of national security and remained a respected figure within the security community.

Fubara described Horsfall’s death as a major loss to Rivers State and Nigeria, saying the country had lost a patriot, bridge-builder and man of integrity.

He extended his condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, the Horsfall family of Buguma, the security community and Nigerians mourning the loss.

The governor prayed that God would grant the deceased eternal rest and give his family the strength to bear the loss.

Fubara also expressed hope that Horsfall’s legacy of service and patriotism would continue to inspire future generations.

Horsfall, a native of Buguma in Rivers State, served as Director-General of the State Security Service and was regarded as a prominent figure in Nigeria’s security sector.