Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has expressed his condolences to the Governor of Bauchi State, Sen. Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, over the passing of his stepmother, Hajiya Hauwa Mohammed Duguri.

During a condolence visit to the Bauchi State Government House, Governor Mutfwang conveyed his grief, describing Hajiya Hauwa as a role model and beacon of hope. He acknowledged her pivotal role in nurturing Sen. Mohammed into an exemplary leader and extended his sympathies to the people and government of Bauchi State.

“Death is inevitable, but the loss of a loved one is always painful, regardless of their age,” Governor Mutfwang said. “We submit to the will of God that Mama’s time has come. All we can do is accept it as His will and pray for strength to bear the void her departure has left. May God grant you and your family the fortitude to endure this profound loss.”

Governor Mutfwang, in a statement by his spokesman, Dr Gyang Bere, also emphasised the importance of fostering unity between Plateau and Bauchi States, reiterating their shared heritage and history.

“We are one people, divided only for administrative purposes,” he said.

“Now more than ever, particularly in Northern Nigeria, we need to strengthen bonds of unity to overcome challenges like insecurity and move forward as a people.”

The visit reinforced the commitment of both leaders to fostering peace, inclusivity, and development for the benefit of their states and the nation at large.

The Nation