The family of Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, the All Progressives Congress National Chairman, is in grief following the death of his mother-in-law, Hajiya Asiya Gauyama.
Edwin Olofu, Ganduje’s Chief Press Secretary, confirmed her death in a statement made in Abuja on Monday.
While commiserating with the former Kano governor and his wife, Prof. Hafsatu Ganduje, Olofu revealed that a funeral prayer will be given in Kano today before her interment, as per Islamic tradition.
The statement read, “It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt sympathy that we announce the passing of Hajiya Asiya Muhammad Gauyama, the beloved mother of Prof. Hafsatu Ganduje, the wife of the National Chairman of the APC, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
“Gauyama was a revered matriarch whose life was characterised by her unwavering commitment to family, community, and faith.
“Her passing is a profound loss, not only to her immediate family but also to all who knew and loved her.
“Her funeral prayer will be held today by 2 p.m. at the residence of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, located on Miyangu Road, Kano State.”
Gauyama died less than 24 hours after Vice President Kashim Shettima announced the death of his mother-in-law, Maryam Albishir.
The 69-year-old matriarch was reportedly said to have died in Kano on Sunday evening following a long illness.
