Gov.Inuwa Yahaya Commiserates with Engr. Bappah Over Mother's
Death
Engr.Bappah Over Mother’s Death
By:Usman Ibrahim Geidam
The Executive Governor of Gombe State Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has commiserated with the former Commissioner of Works, Engr. Abubakar Bappa over the death of his mother, Hajiya Khadija Bappa, who passed away at the age of 107.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya led a high-powered delegation of the Gombe State Government to the funeral prayer (Janazah) of the deceased, which was held at the Billiri Central Mosque on Thursday.
Hajiya Khadija Bappah died in the early hours of Thursday in Billiri after a protracted illness.
She is survived by children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
At the funeral, the Governor expressed his condolences to Engr. Abubakar Bappa, his elder brother and District Head of Tudu Kwaya, Alhaji Mahmud Bappah, the entire Bappah family, as well as the people of Tangale Chiefdom.
He described the deceased as a committed and caring mother whose life of service, compassion and philanthropy had left a lasting impact on her family and immediate community.
The Statement signed and issue to the Sahel treasure News by the Director General press affairs to the Governor
Ismaila uba Misili said the,
Governor Inuwa Yahaya urged the bereaved family to take solace in the long and impactful life of their matriarch, while accepting the loss as an act ordained by Allah ( SWT).
“It is sad to lose a loved one, especially a biological mother, but we must accept what Allah has ordained with faith and submission.
On behalf of the Government and people of Gombe State, I sincerely convey my heartfelt condolences to you and the entire family.
“We pray that Allah ( SWT) forgive her shortcomings, grant her Jannatul Firdaus and give the family the strength and fortitude to bear this great loss.”
The funeral prayer was attended by traditional rulers, government officials, associates and family members.
The Governor was accompanied by the Secretary to the Gombe State Government, Professor Ibrahim Abubakar Njodi; Chief of Staff, Government House, Abubakar Inuwa Kari; APC Gombe State Governorship Candidate, Dr. Jamil Isyaku Gwamna; Commissioners; senior government officials and other dignitaries.
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