Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has expressed sympathy to former governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai following the death of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai.
In a condolence message shared on his verified Facebook page on Friday evening, the 27th of March, 2026, Sani spoke on behalf of the Kaduna State Government and its people, offering support to the bereaved family.
He wrote: “On behalf of the Government and people of Kaduna State, I extend my deepest condolences to His Excellency, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, and the entire El-Rufai family on the passing of their beloved mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai.
“Hajiya Umma El-Rufai was not only a devoted mother and matriarch, but also a woman of rare grace, moral clarity, and quiet strength.
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“She lived a life defined by compassion, humility, and steadfast service, extending kindness to the vulnerable and dignity to all who crossed her path.
“In her community, she was a steady source of counsel and reconciliation, nurturing unity and embodying the enduring values of faith, patience, and generosity.
“In this hour of grief, I stand in solemn solidarity with the El-Rufai family, praying that Almighty Allah will forgive her shortcomings, accept her righteous deeds, and grant her eternal repose in Aljannatul Firdaus. May He comfort the bereaved and grant them fortitude.”