Bola Tinubu has reacted to the passing of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, expressing deep sorrow over the loss.
In a message released on Friday through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the president praised the deceased as a devoted matriarch whose life left a lasting impact through her children and grandchildren, many of whom have played notable roles in national development.
Drawing from his own experience of losing his mother at an advanced age, Tinubu said he understands the weight of such a loss and shares in the family’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.”
He added that, as believers in Allah, there is comfort in the belief that she fulfilled her purpose on earth and has returned to her Creator.
“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.
