Gov. Aliyu Condoles Emir of Zuru Over Death of ZBCC MD's Mother
Gov. Aliyu Condoles Emir of Zuru Over Death of ZBCC MD's Mother
From Shehu M Wamakko
Sokoto State Governor, Ahmed Aliyu, on Saturday paid a condolence visit to the Emir of Zuru, Alhaji Sanusi Muhammad Mika'ilu (Sami Gomo III), following the death of Hajiya Hajara Hussaini, mother of the Managing Director of Zuru Building and Construction Company (ZBCC), Alhaji Adamu Hussaini.
Governor Aliyu described the death of Hajiya Hajara Hussaini, popularly known as Innar Manir, as a great loss not only to her immediate family but also to the people of Kebbi State.
The governor prayed to Almighty Allah to grant the deceased Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort the bereaved family.
“As Muslims, we all know that every soul shall taste death; therefore, we must accept the will of Almighty Allah,” Aliyu said.
He urged the family of the deceased to accept the loss as an act ordained by Almighty Allah and to continue praying for her soul.
Governor Aliyu also commended the cordial relationship between the people of Sokoto and Kebbi states, pledging to sustain and strengthen the bond between the two neighbouring states.
Special prayers were offered for the repose of the soul of Hajiya Hajara Hussaini and other departed souls.
Hajiya Hajara Hussaini died last Sunday at the age of 84 after a prolonged illness. She is survived by six children, including Alhaji Adamu Hussaini, Managing Director of Zuru Building and Construction Company (ZBCC), and Dr. Manir Hussaini.
She was buried in accordance with Islamic rites.
Among those who accompanied the governor on the condolence visit were the APC Leader in Sokoto State, Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko; the Minister of State for Works, Barrister Bello Goronyo; and the member representing Bodinga, Dange-Shuni and Tureta Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Nasiru Shehu.
Others included the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Ibrahim Dadi Adare; Commissioner for Finance, Alhaji Jabbi Shagari; Commissioner for Agriculture, Alhaji Muhammad Tukur Alkali; Special Adviser on Urban and Regional Planning Board, Alhaji Sanusi Tukur Faru; Special Adviser on Domestic Affairs, Alhaji Faruku Labbo; Senior Special Assistant on Legal and Administration, Barrister Gandi Umar Muhammad, mni; and other dignitaries