President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commiserated with former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, following the death of his mother, Hajiya Umma, who died in Cairo after a short illness.
The President’s message of sympathy was conveyed in a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy. In the message, President Tinubu paid tribute to the late matriarch, noting that she lived a life of purpose and nurtured a family whose contributions continue to shape national development.
Addressing El-Rufai directly, the President said: “Nasir, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved mother, Hajiya Umma, which happened today in Cairo. As someone who had also lost an old mother, I share in your grief. I understand the depth of your loss.
“Losing a mother is a pain unlike any other. I know that no words can fully ease your sorrow, but I pray that the memories of her love, wisdom, and guidance bring you comfort in the days ahead. I also hope you find strength in the remarkable life she lived and the values she instilled in the entire family.
“As firm believers in Allah, we are convinced that she has played her part in this world as laid out for her by the Almighty and has gone back to her maker.
“I join family, friends, and well-wishers in mourning with you. May Allah grant your dear mother Aljannah Firdaus.”
President Tinubu concluded by praying for the repose of Hajiya Umma’s soul and for strength for the El-Rufai family during their moment of grief.
