Sokoto State Governor Aliyu Sokoto joined former Zamfara Governor Abdulaziz Yari and members of his family in Talata Mafara to mourn the death of Hajiya Rakkiya Jibrin.
Governor Aliyu Sokoto joined former Zamfara State Governor Senator Abdulaziz Yari and his family in mourning the death of Hajiya Rakkiya Jibrin, according to the governor's account.
The condolence visit took place in Talata Mafara, Zamfara State, where the governor said he joined Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko and other associates in conveying sympathies to the Yari family.
Hajiya Rakkiya Jibrin was reported to have died at the age of 85 following a prolonged illness. The statement described her death as a loss to her family and loved ones.
During the visit, prayers were offered for the deceased and for strength and fortitude for Senator Yari and the wider family. The governor's message was framed around mourning and religious prayers rather than a government policy or administrative announcement.
The visit represents an executive-level condolence engagement between political and community figures following a family bereavement. No further governmental action or policy measure was attached to the visit in the supplied account.
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