The Borno state Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has expressed shock over the death of the mother-in-law to the Vice President, Hajiya Maryam Abubakar Albishir.
Hajiya Maryam, mother of the wife of the Vice President, Nana Kashim Shettima, died at the age of 69 after a protracted illness in Kano on Sunday evening.
In a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on New Media, Abdurrahman Bundi, Zulum, who is currently attending a retreat in Pakistan, describes the death of Hajiya Maryam as a great loss not only to Borno state but the entire nation.
“Verily, we belong to Allah and to Him we shall return. We, the people and government of Borno State, have joined the family of the Vice President in mourning the passing away of our mother, Hajiya Maryam.”
The statement adds that the deceased left a legacy of compassion, humanity and philanthropy and will be remembered for her service to the community and the less privileged during her lifetime.
“I also wish to extend my commiseration to Her Excellency, Nana Kashim Shettima, as she goes through this difficult time while urging her to take solace in Almighty Allah.”
Governor Zulum also shared his condolences with Hajiya Maryam’s extended family members who are grieving the loss of a dedicated mother.
The deceased has since been buried in Kano according to Islamic rights.
Report By Dauda Illiya
