By Tony Obiechina, Abuja
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Mallam Umar A. Namadi, on the passing on to eternity of his beloved mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar, who departed this life on December 25, 2024.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Abubakar expressed his deep sorrow at the news, stating, “I was profoundly saddened to learn of the passing of Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar, the cherished mother of the Governor of Jigawa State.”
The Minister conveyed his deepest sympathies to Governor Namadi, his family, and the people of Jigawa State during this challenging time, describing the loss as a significant tragedy.
He prayed for the eternal repose of Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar’s soul and asked Almighty Allah to grant her Jannatul Firdaus.
Furthermore, he sought divine strength and comfort for the grieving family and the Jigawa community.
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