Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has revealed that his mother, Maryam, and son, Abdulwahab, passed away within a week of his daughter Fatiha’s wedding.
The governor’s son tragically died in a road accident last week, just a day after his mother succumbed to an illness.
On Sunday, Gombe State Governor and Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum, Muhammadu Yahaya, led a delegation to Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State, to offer condolences.
During the visit, Governor Namadi expressed gratitude to Yahaya for his unwavering support during both joyous and sorrowful moments.
“Your Excellency, just a week ago, you were in Jigawa State to attend my daughter’s wedding Fatiha, and now you are here again to sympathise with us over the tragic losses of our mother and son. This demonstrates your love for us and exceptional leadership style. We cannot thank you enough, Your Excellency,” Namadi said.
Governor Yahaya urged Namadi to take solace in faith, describing the incidents as profound trials.
“What Allah takes belongs to Him, and what He gives is also His, for everything occurs at its appointed time according to His will.
“As Muslims, we firmly believe that Allah’s destiny cannot be questioned. On this note, I urge you to remain steadfast and embrace Allah’s will,” Yahaya said.
He conveyed condolences on behalf of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and the Gombe State Government, praying for the deceased.
“May Allah forgive their souls and grant them Aljannat Firdaus,” he added.
