Northern govs, others commiserate with Jega over wife’s death

The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has conveyed the heartfelt condolences of the 19 Northern governors to former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, over the demise of his wife, Hajiya Hadiza Jega.

Similarly, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Sunday commiserated with Professor Jega over the loss.

Hajiya Hadiza passed away earlier on Sunday and was laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites after funeral prayers were held at the National Mosque, Abuja.

In a condolence message, Governor Inuwa Yahaya described her death as a painful and profound loss not only to the Jega family but also to all who were touched by her life of grace, humility, and devotion to family values.

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He noted that her death has created a deep void in the lives of her loved ones, while urging the bereaved family to take solace in the exemplary life she lived and the enduring legacy of kindness, faith, and compassion she leaves behind.

The NSGF Chairman extended his deepest sympathies to Professor Jega, the children, and the entire extended Jega family, praying to Almighty Allah to grant them the fortitude and patience to bear the irreparable loss.

Governor Inuwa Yahaya further prayed that Allah (SWT) forgives the shortcomings of the deceased, accepts her good deeds as acts of ibadah, and rewards her with Aljannat Firdausi.

In his condolence message issued through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, Speaker Abbas also condoled with Professor Jega, describing the deceased as a great pillar of support to her husband and a woman who rendered valuable service to the nation.

He noted that Professor Jega, who is currently the Special Adviser to the President on Livestock Development, has not only lost a wife but also a confidant and strong supporter.

Speaker Abbas further described Hajiya Hadiza as a woman of virtues, devoted to the service of Allah (SWT) and humanity, and prayed that Allah grants her Jannatul Firdausi.

The condolences were contained in separate statements, including one signed by Ismaila Uba Misilli, Director-General (Press Affairs), Government House, Gombe.