Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has sent his deepest condolences to his Bauchi State counterpart, Senator Bala AbdulKadir Mohammed, on the death of his stepmother, Hajiya Hauwa Duguri, popularly known as Dada, who passed away at age of 120 years.
Yahaya, who expressed grief over the loss, described the late Hajiya Hauwa as a great woman and exemplary mother whose long life was marked by wisdom, kindness and devotion to her family and community.
The Chairperson of the Northern States Governors Forum, while acknowledging the impact of his life and legacy, sympathized with the bereaved family and all the people of Bauchi State over the enormous loss.
He urged the family to find solace in the exemplary life she led and the positive influence she had on those around her.
The Governor offered prayers for the centenarian, seeking forgiveness from Allah Almighty for her shortcomings and begging Him to reward her good deeds with Aljannat Firdausi.
READ ALSO FROM Newslodge
New Year: Governor Bala celebrates with inmates of Bauchi Correctional Center