Bola Tinubu has mourned the passing of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, the mother of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufa
In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the president paid tribute to the late matriarch, describing her as a woman of great character who raised children and grandchildren that have made meaningful contributions to Nigeria.
Tinubu, who noted that he had also experienced the loss of his mother at an advanced age, said he could relate to the depth of El-Rufai’s grief.
“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.”
The president also expressed belief that the deceased had completed her journey on earth in line with divine will.
“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,” Tinubu said.
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