From Ahmad saka,Bauchi
The mother of Former Bauchi State Governor, Ahmed Adamu Mu’azu, Hajiya Halima Sulaiman Rabi’u who died last Saturday at the age of 92 has been buried in Medina according to Islamic rites.
The grandson of Hajiya Halima Ahmed Ahmadu Mu’azu, Junior announced the death of his grand mother officially to the public after a protracted illness.
In an official statement signed by her Grandson, Mu’azu junior for the Family , which was made available to reporters in Bauchi said “innalillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un” (Verily we belong to Allah, and truly to Him shall we return). It is with gratitude to Almighty Allah and deep sense of emotional burden, that the family of His Excellency, (Dr.) Ahmadu Adamu Mu’azu (Walin Bauchi, former Governor of Bauchi State and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), wishes to announce the death of his mother Hajiya Halima Sulaiman Rabi’u. The sad but inevitable death occurred on 1st November, 2025 equivalent to 10th of Jumada Al-Awwal 1447 after brief illness, at the age of Ninety Two (92). She died at Saudi-German Hospital Medina, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. She has already been buried there in line with Islamic tradition and practice.”
The statement said ‘Hajiya Halima survived with a son, large number of grand children and relatives. It is therefore our prayers that her soul rest in perfect peace and Al-Jannatul Firdaus be her last abode.While soliciting for your continued prayers, accept the family’s best wishes in this period of mourning”.
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has commiserated with the former governor over the death of his mother.
The Governor said on behalf of his family, the government, and the good people of Bauchi State, extended his heartfelt condolences to the former governor over the passing of his beloved mother.
The governor described the deceased as a devoted mother who lived a life of service and compassion, contributing immensely to her community through acts of kindness and charity.
While praying for the repose of her gentle soul, the governor urged Ahmed Mu’azu and the entire family to take solace in the fact that their mother lived a fulfilled life, leaving behind a legacy of humility and goodwill.
He said “The government and people of Bauchi State stand in solidarity with our former governor, Dr Ahmed Adamu Mu’azu, and his family in this moment of grief.
“We pray that Almighty Allah will forgive her shortcomings, grant her eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus, and give the family the fortitude to bear this great loss,” Governor Bala Mohammed stated in a message signed by Mukhtar Gidado, Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Governor.
When former Bauchi State Governor returned to Bauchi from Saudia after he attended the funeral Prayers for his mother, Bauchi State
Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, paid a condolence visit to the former Governor of Bauchi State, Alhaji Ahmadu Adamu Mu’azu, at his residence in Bauchi, following the demise of his beloved mother, Hajiya Halima.
The Governor was accompanied by a high-powered delegation comprising the Deputy Governor, commissioners, and other senior government officials.
, Governor Bala described the late Hajiya Halima as a virtuous and exemplary mother who instilled sound moral values and discipline in her children, qualities that are evident in the life and leadership of Alhaji Mu’azu.
He said that her passing is a great loss, not only to her family but to the entire Bauchi community.
In his response, Alhaji Ahmadu Adamu Mu’azu expressed deep appreciation to Governor Bala Mohammed and his delegation for the visit and their show of solidarity during this moment of grief.
Similarly The People Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi state described the death of Hajiya Halima Mama Akwanga mother of the former Governor of Bauchi state and former National Chairman of the People Democratic Party (PDP) His excellency Dr Ahmed Adamu Ma’azu (Walin Bauchi) as a significant loss, one that effects not just her immediate family but also the wider community.
A statement by Dr Dayyabu Chiroma Publicity Secretary PDP Bauchi state chapter Said “The PDP, therefore, join the family and, in particular, his excellency, Dr Ahmed Adamu Ma’azu, in offering condolences and prayers during this difficult time”.
“May the Almighty Allah, in His infinite mercy, forgive her shortcomings and grant her a place in Jannatul Firdausi.”
“The PDP also prays for the family to have the strength, courage, and fortitude to endure and cope with the pain and grief coursed by this irreplaceable loss.”
Many people from all walks of life Politicians,Clerics, Business moguls, Journalist , labour unions are trooping to the House of the former Governor to offer their condolences.
