Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa has announced the passing of his mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi-Umar, following a brief illness.

Namadi’spokesperson, Hamisu Mohammed Gumel, confirmed this in a statement on Wednesday that she passed away in the early hours of December 25, 2024.

“With deep sorrow and submission to the will of Allah, His Excellency Mallam Umar Namadi, Governor of Jigawa State, announces the passing of his dear mother, Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar. She departed this world in the early hours of Wednesday, December 25th, 2024,” Gumel disclosed.

Gumel also revealed that the burial rites will take place today at 4:30 PM in her hometown of Kafin Hausa, in accordance with Islamic traditions.

“His Excellency and his family request prayers for the repose of her soul. May Allah, in His infinite mercy, grant her eternal rest in Jannah and provide comfort to the family during this difficult time.”