Bafarawa condoles Gov Aliyu over aunt’s demise

The former Governor of Sokoto, Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, has condoled Gov. Ahmed Aliyu over the demise of his aunt, Hajiya Maryam Yar Nene.

The former governor prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive the deceased all her shortcomings, accept her good deeds, and give her family the strength to bear the irreparable loss.

Responding, Gov. Aliyu thanked the former Governor for the condolence visit and prayed to Almighty Allah to reward him abundantly.

Also on hand for the condolence visit was the state Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Musa; the state Commandant, NSCDC, Usman Ishaq Alfadarai; and the state Director, SSS, Fatai Olawuwo.

Meanwhile, the third-day prayer for the repose of the soul of the late Maryam has been held to round up the three days of mourning usually set aside to receive condolences from relatives, friends, and other mourners.

The special prayer session was led by the Chief Imam, Sultan Bello Jumuat Mosque, Malami Bello Akwara, seeking Allah’s forgiveness on the soul of the late Maryam and all the departed souls.

The special prayer had in attendance the APC leader, Sen Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, Speaker, State House of Assembly, members of the state legislature, state APC Chairman, SSG, Commissioners, Special Advisers, llamas, politicians as well as businessmen, amongst others.