Abdulazeez Yari, the Director General of President Bola Tinubu's campaign organisation, has announced the death of his aunt, Hajiya Rakkiya Jibrin, who passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the age of 85. Yari shared the news via his official X account, describing the loss as deeply painful for him and the entire family.
Yari's Tribute to Hajiya Rakkiya Jibrin
In his post, Yari said Hajiya Rakkiya was a woman of exceptional character whose warmth and care for those around her left a lasting mark on her community. He noted that her kindness had earned her the love and respect of many people throughout her life, and that her positive influence would outlive her.
The former Zamfara State governor opened his tribute with the Islamic declaration of loss: "Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un," before expressing gratitude to God for the 85 years the family shared with her.
Family and Community Mourning
"Her death is a painful loss to our entire family and me. She was a good woman who cared deeply for everyone around her," Yari wrote in the post. He asked members of the public to keep Hajiya Rakkiya in their prayers, calling on Allah to forgive her shortcomings, show mercy on her soul, and grant her Aljannah Firdaus.
"May Almighty Allah forgive her shortcomings, have mercy on her soul and grant her Aljannah Firdaus. May He grant our family and all those mourning her the strength to bear this loss. Amin," he wrote.
Public Prayer and Next Steps
Yari also prayed for strength for his family and all others mourning her passing. The announcement, published on September 16, 2026, has drawn attention to the former governor's personal loss amid his political role. The family has not announced funeral arrangements or public events at this time.
