Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has lost his mother, Maryam Namadi-Umar.
In a statement, the governor’s spokesperson, Hamisu Gumel, said she died in the early hours of Wednesday after a brief illness.
The statement said, “With deep sorrow and submission to the will of Allah, His Excellency Mallam Umar Namadi, Governor of Jigawa State, announces the passing of his dear mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar. She departed this world in the early hours of Wednesday, December 25th, 2024.
“The burial rites will take place today at 4:30 PM in her hometown of Kafin Hausa, in accordance with Islamic traditions.
“His Excellency and his family request prayers for the repose of her soul. May Allah, in His infinite mercy, grant her eternal rest in Jannah and provide comfort to the family during this difficult time.”