Former SSS DG, pioneer NIA boss Albert Horsfall dies
Chief Albert Korubo Horsfall, a former director-general of the State Security Service (SSS) and pioneer director-general of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), has died.
Horsfall’s death was announced on Friday in a statement signed by his son, Donald Horsfall, on behalf of the family.
The family said the elder statesman and prominent son of Rivers State died peacefully after a fulfilled life dedicated to God, his family, community, Rivers State and Nigeria.
It described Horsfall as a beloved patriarch and said his death was an “irreparable loss”, while drawing comfort from the life he lived and the legacy he left behind.
According to the family, Horsfall was an illustrious son of the Niger Delta, a distinguished public servant, statesman, administrator and one of the respected figures in the history of Rivers State and Nigeria.
It said he served the country with dedication, integrity and patriotism, describing him as one of the founding fathers of Rivers State who made significant contributions to the development of the state and the country.
The family said Horsfall’s counsel, courage and commitment to justice, peace and good governance earned him the respect of generations of leaders and citizens.
It added that his memory would continue to inspire those who knew him and benefited from his knowledge, experience and compassion, while details of his funeral arrangements would be announced in due course.
