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Kebbi Gov Mourns Death of Assembly Speaker, Muhammad Usman Zuru
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Kebbi State is shrouded in grief following the sudden demise of the Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Muhammad Usman Zuru, who died on Monday, April 6, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt, after a prolonged illness.
The news of Zuru’s demise was confirmed by the Clerk of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Alhaji Suleiman Shamaki, sending shockwaves across the state and the nation.
Governor Nasir Idris, in a condolence message, described Zuru’s death as a “tragic and monumental loss” to Kebbi State and the entire nation, praising his devotion to duty, humility, and dedication to public service.
According to him, “The late Speaker was born on April 5, 1970, and is survived by his wife and five children. His passing has created a painful vacuum in the leadership of Kebbi State, with Governor Idris noting that his calm disposition, maturity, and commitment to the state’s progress would be deeply missed.”
Idris further said Zuru was a pillar of legislative stability and democratic governance, and a dependable partner in the collective effort to advance Kebbi State’s development.
He added that Zuru’s legacy of selfless public service will remain indelible in the hearts of the people.
The governor prayed for Allah to forgive Zuru’s shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, and give his family, the Kebbi State House of Assembly, and the people of Kebbi State the strength to bear this loss.
Zuru’s death is a loss not only to Kebbi State but also to the entire nation, with many leaders and citizens mourning his passing. His experience, counsel, and statesmanship were highly valued, and his absence will be deeply felt.
As news of his death spreads, tributes are pouring in from across the state and beyond, praising Zuru’s integrity, loyalty, and commitment to public service.
The Kebbi State House of Assembly, the political class, and all who knew Zuru are mourning his loss, remembering his contributions to the state’s development and his dedication to the people.
