Encomium
President Muhammadu Buhari condoles with Emir of Daura, Alhaji Umar Farouk Umar over the death of his wife, Hajiya Binta Umar.
In a telephone call to the Emir on Friday, President Buhari said:
“I am personally touched and saddened by the death of your senior wife Hajiya Binta Umar at the age of 70.
“The deceased had lived a fulfilled life worthy of emulation. She was an epitome of great virtues.
“My heart and prayers are with you and members of your family over the demise of this pillar of your household.’’
The President prayed that Allah will bless Hajiya Binta’s soul and reward her good deeds with paradise.
President Buhari also prayed that God will grant the Emir and his family “the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss’’.
Garba Shehu
Senior Special Assistant to the President
(Media & Publicity)
