‘Pain Unlike Any Other’ – Tinubu Mourns Hajiya Umma, Consoles Nasir El-Rufai

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed condolences to former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, over the death of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai.

Naija News recalls that Hajiya Umma passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt, where she had been receiving medical treatment for age-related health issues.

The condolence message was contained in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

President Tinubu described the late matriarch of the El-Rufai family as a remarkable mother who raised children and grandchildren that have contributed positively to the nation.

He noted that her life and the values she instilled in her family remain worthy of admiration.

In his message to the former governor, Tinubu acknowledged the emotional pain associated with the loss of a mother.

“Nasir, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved mother, Hajiya Umma, which happened today in Cairo,” the president said.

“As someone who had also lost an old mother, I share in your grief. I understand the depth of your loss.”

He added that losing a mother is one of life’s most painful experiences.

Tinubu said: “Losing a mother is a pain unlike any other. I know that no words can fully ease your sorrow, but I pray that the memories of her love, wisdom, and guidance bring you comfort in the days ahead.”

Tinubu also prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased, expressing hope that her good deeds would earn her eternal rest.

“As firm believers in Allah, we are convinced that she has played her part in this world as laid out for her by the Almighty and has gone back to her maker,” he said.

“I join family, friends, and well-wishers in mourning with you. May Allah grant your dear mother Aljannah Firdaus.”