Niger State Deputy Governor, Garba Yakubu lost his wife, Zainab Yakubu, in Minna, the state capital, on Tuesday.
Spokesperson to the deputy governor, Ummikaltumi Kuta confirmed the incident that Zainab passed away after a brief illness in Minna. Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago expressed deep sorrow over Zainab’s death. In a condolence message signed by his spokesman, Bologi Ibrahim, the governor described the passing of the deputy governor’s wife as a significant loss to the state.
He said that the death was devastating not only for the deputy governor but also for the government and the entire populace of Niger State. The governor affirmed that the State Executive Council shares in the deputy governor’s grief and will provide all necessary support during this difficult time.
Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago attended the funeral and burial of Hajiya Zainab Garba, alongside hundreds of sympathizers from within and outside the state.
The funeral was held at the Palace of the Emir of Minna, Alhaji Umar Faruk Bahago.
