The Medical Director of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) Nguru, Dr. Hadiza Usman, has lost two daughters, Dr. Hadiya and Pharm. Aida, in a tragedy that has drawn widespread condolences. The announcement was made public on October 4, 2026, by Fatima Kagu, a microbiologist, via a Facebook post, as those close to the family began expressing their sympathies.
Announcement of the Loss
Fatima Kagu, who identified herself as a microbiologist, shared the news on Facebook, stating: "Our hearts are with the family of Dr. (Prof.) Hadiza Usman, Medical Director FMC Nguru, following the heartbreaking loss of her two beloved daughters, Dr. Hadiya and Pharm. Aida." The two women, one a medical doctor and the other a pharmacist, were daughters of a senior figure in Nigeria's public health sector. The circumstances surrounding their deaths were not disclosed in the announcement.
Condolences and Prayers for the Family
In her message, Kagu offered prayers for the deceased and their mother, calling on Allah to grant them mercy and a place in paradise. She wrote: "May Allah SWT forgive their shortcomings, have mercy on their souls, accept their sacrifices and good deeds, and grant them Al-Jannatul Firdaus. May He grant their mother and the entire family strength, patience and sabr during this difficult time. Indeed, to Allah we belong and to Him we shall return."
Background of FMC Nguru
The Federal Medical Centre Nguru is a federal government hospital located in Nguru, Yobe State, in north-eastern Nigeria. Dr. Hadiza Usman, as its medical director, heads one of the key public health institutions serving the region. The loss of her two daughters, both professionals in the health sector, has resonated deeply within the community, highlighting the personal toll on a family dedicated to public service.
In a related incident, Legit.ng earlier reported that Dr. Ifeanyi Ogbu, a respected Abuja-based veterinary doctor and former chairman of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA), FCT Chapter, was killed by suspected kidnappers who also abducted his three children. That incident underscores the broader security challenges facing health professionals in Nigeria, though no such circumstances have been linked to the deaths of Dr. Hadiya and Pharm. Aida.
