Gov Uba Sani expresses sympathy at prayers for Deputy Governor's late father

Governor Uba Sani has joined the three-day prayer for the late Abubakar Mohammed, father of Kaduna State Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe, who passed away on Monday.

The Janaza (funeral) prayer took place at Dan Fodio Mosque in Unguwan Sanusi, Kaduna South local government area. The burial followed Islamic customs at Bashama road cemetery on Monday.

On behalf of the Kaduna State Government, Governor Uba Sani extended his condolences to his Deputy and her family after the loss of their father. He said, "We share their sorrow and hold them in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time."

He added, "The death of a parent leaves a void that words can scarcely describe. As Her Excellency and her family go through this painful loss, may they find comfort in the love they shared, the memories they hold dear, and the lasting value of his guidance."

Family members, state officials, religious and traditional leaders, as well as friends and supporters, gathered for the three-day prayer held at the Deputy Governor's official residence on Tafawa Balewa Way in Kaduna on Wednesday.

Notable Islamic clerics who prayed for the deceased included Imam Abdulkarim Hashim, Malam Abdullahi Mai Barota, Sheikh Jafar Musa, Imam Musa Yahaya, Malam Tukur Abdussalam, Imam Mai Tafsiri, and Imam Hussaini Nasarawa.

After the prayer session, Governor Uba Sani spoke about the late Abubakar Mohammed. He described him as a kind-hearted person and a community leader who dedicated much of his life to helping his community.

"He was our mentor, and his death is a great loss to all of us because we saw him as our father. His doors were always open to us whenever we needed advice. He was always there to listen and guide us."

He continued, "His death will impact not only his immediate family but all of us who have come to see him as our father. All we can say is that may his gentle soul rest in perfect peace. We also pray to Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannah Firdausi."