The Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the Vice President of Nigeria, Sen. Kashim Shettima, on the demise of his mother-in-law, Hajiya Maryam Abubakar Albishir who passed away on Monday at the age of 69 after a protracted illness.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya described the late Hajiya Maryam as an exemplary mother and a cornerstone of her family. He remarked, “We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Hajiya Maryam Abubakar Albishir. Her loss is felt not only by her family but Gombe State and the entire nation.”
This is contained in a Press release issued by Ismaila Uba Misilli,
Director-General ( Press Affairs),
Government House, Gombe which was made available to Journalists Tuesday in Gombe.
According to the release, “On behalf of the government and people of Gombe State, Governor Inuwa Yahaya extended his condolences to the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, his wife, Hajiya Nana Shettima, and the entire bereaved family members.
He prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive her shortcomings and grant her eternal rest in Aljannat Firdaus.
Similarly, The Northern Governors’ Forum Chairman offered his condolences to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, on the loss of his mother-in-law, Hajiya Asiya Muhammad Gauyama, who passed away in Kano on Monday.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya noted the significant role Hajiya Hasiya played in her family and community, saying she would be remembered for her contributions as a matriarch and family pillar. He prayed for the repose of her soul in Aljannat Firdaus and for comfort and strength for her family during this difficult time. END
