President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has offered condolences to former Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El Rufai, following the passing of his mother, Hajiya Umma. The late Hajiya Umma died on Friday in Cairo after an illness.
President Tinubu described Hajiya Umma as a remarkable matriarch who raised children and grandchildren who have made significant contributions to the nation. He acknowledged the depth of El Rufai's loss, noting that losing a mother is a pain unlike any other.
President Tinubu's words of condolence were filled with empathy, as he shared in El Rufai's grief, drawing from his own experience of losing a mother. He prayed that the memories of Hajiya Umma's love, wisdom, and guidance would bring comfort to El Rufai and his family.
In his message, President Tinubu also expressed confidence in the belief that Hajiya Umma has returned to her maker, as guided by the Almighty. He joined family, friends, and well-wishers in mourning with El Rufai, praying for Allah to grant Hajiya Umma Aljannah Firdaus.
President Tinubu's gesture of condolence to El Rufai is a reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion in leadership. The President's words, however, also highlight the personal cost of public service, as El Rufai and his family grapple with the loss of a loved one. As Nigerians, we can only imagine the pain of losing a mother, and we must acknowledge the human side of our leaders. The fact that President Tinubu drew from his own experience to offer words of comfort to El Rufai underscores the shared humanity that binds us all.
