The remains of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, have arrived in Abuja for burial. The 80-year-old Hajiya El-Rufai passed away on March 27 in Cairo, Egypt, after a brief illness. Her son, Mohammed El-Rufai, confirmed the funeral arrangements in a statement posted on X, stating that the deceased's remains had arrived safely in Abuja on Sunday morning.
The Janazah Prayer is scheduled to take place at the National Mosque at 1 p.m. as announced last night. The burial will follow immediately at the Gudu Cemetery. Prominent Nigerians, including President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, have paid tributes to the late Hajiya El-Rufai.
Before her passing, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai had been living with her son in Cairo. Her death comes at a time when her son, Nasir El-Rufai, was in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, facing allegations of financial misconduct.
Nasir El-Rufai's mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, was a respected woman in her community. Her death is a significant loss to her family and friends. However, it is also a stark reminder of the tumultuous times her son, Nasir, is facing. His arrest and detention by the ICPC over allegations of financial misconduct is a serious matter that requires immediate attention. As Nigerians mourn the loss of Hajiya El-Rufai, they will also be watching closely how the ICPC case against Nasir El-Rufai unfolds. The implications of this case go beyond the El-Rufai family, as it speaks to the broader issue of accountability in public office.
