By Umar Usman Duguri
The Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed has announced the passing of his Uncle, Alhaji Muhammadu Abdulkadir Village Head of Alkaleri.
The announcement was contained in a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Comrade Mukhtar Gidado, made available to Journalists in Bauchi state on Thursday night.
The statement captured, “It is with deep sorrow that His Excellency , Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State announces the passing of his beloved Uncle, Alhaji Muhammadu, Abdulkadir, Sarkin Alkaleri who departed this world today, March 13, 2025, at the remarkable age of 100, following a prolonged illness.”
The Governor was quoted stating that, “Late Alhaji Muhammadu Abdulkadir was a pillar of wisdom and an embodiment of dedication to his community. His century-long life was marked by unwavering commitment to the principles of good leadership, and service.”
He stressed that, “As the Village Head of Alkaleri , he played a pivotal role in fostering unity and development within Alkaleri community and beyond.”
The funeral prayer is scheduled to take place later today at the village Head’s Palace in Alkaleri by 10:00am.
He concluded,”May Almighty Allah grant his departed soul eternal rest in Jannatul Firdaus and bestow strength upon the family and community to bear this profound loss.”
Sympathizers from various part of Nigeria began sending messages and prayers for the respected late ruler, many wishing him Allah’s mercies and Jannatul Firdausi as final home.
