The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, yesterday expressed grief over the death of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of a former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, describing her as a caring figure with whom he shared fond memories.
In a condolence message posted on Facebook yesterday, Ribadu reflected on his personal encounters with the deceased and extended sympathies to the El-Rufai family.
“Inna lilLahi wa inna illahi rraji’un. I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, the matriarch of the El-Rufai family.
“I have fond memories of shared moments with her and her motherly care. At a time like this, words can offer little comfort for such a profound loss.
“My heart-felt condolences to Mallam Nasir El-Rufai and the entire family.
“May Almighty Allah forgive her shortcomings, grant her eternal rest in Aljannah Firdaus, and give the family the strength to bear this loss,” he wrote
