Bauchi mourns, as Gov Mohammed loses 100 yr old uncle

By Samuel Luka,

Bauchi Bauchi state government has announced the demise of Governor Bala Mohammed’s uncle, Alhaji Muhammadu Abdulkadir, aged 100 years.The special Adviser to Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi state on media and publicity, Comrade Mukhtar Gidado who made this known in a press statement Thursday, disclosed that the deceased until his death, was the village head of Alkaleri.”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 life today, March 13, 2025, at the remarkable age of 100, following a prolonged illness”, the statement said.According to Gidado, the late Alhaji Muhammadu Abdulkadir was a pillar of wisdom and an embodiment of dedication to his community.The press statement recalled that the deceased’s century-long life was marked by unwavering commitment to the principles of good leadership, and service.It further noted that, as the Village Head of Alkaleri, late Muhammadu Abdulkadir 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 palace Alkaleri by 10:00am”, Gidado announced.The statement also prayed Almighty Allah to grant the departed soul eternal rest in Jannatul Firdaus and bestow strength upon the family and community to bear this profound loss.