President Bola Tinubu has mourned the passing of the late Hajiya Umma, mother of the former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El Rufai. Umma’s death was announced on X by her grandson, Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, who shared a post on his X handle mourning her death around 4:40 p.m. According to the family, she passed away today in Cairo after an illness. In a Friday statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu described Umma as a mother who lived a remarkable life and raised children and grandchildren who have contributed greatly to our nation. Tinubu offered prayers and condolences to the El-Rufai family. The President expressed his heartfelt condolences to Nasir on the passing of his beloved mother, Hajiya Umma, in Cairo. He acknowledged the pain of losing a mother and hoped that memories of her love and guidance would bring comfort. Tinubu also emphasized the belief that she has fulfilled her purpose on earth and has returned to her maker. He joined others in mourning and prayed for Allah to grant her Aljannah Firdaus.
