Nigerian Governor El-Rufai Mourns the Loss of His Mother

Tribulations have struck the family of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, as news spreads of the passing of his beloved mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai. The devoted matriarch left this world on Friday, March 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and a family that cherishes her memory. Her grandson, Hon. Bello El-Rufai, took to Facebook to break the news, expressing the family's gratitude for the life she lived and their hope for her soul to be blessed by Allah. "Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un – From Allah SWT we came and to Him we shall all return," he wrote, echoing the universal truth that we all belong to a higher power. As the family mourns the loss of their loved one, they also seek the prayers of the public, offering a heartfelt thank you to all who will support them during this difficult time. Meanwhile, the family is dealing with another challenge, as Nasir El-Rufai is currently in custody, awaiting the hearing of his bail application, scheduled for March 31.