The Digest:
The remains of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, have arrived in Abuja ahead of her burial. She died in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday, March 27, 2026, after a brief illness. Her grandson, Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, confirmed that the Janazah (funeral) prayer will take place at the National Mosque in Abuja at 1:00 pm, followed by burial at Gudu Cemetery. Condolence visits have poured in from prominent figures, including APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda, Governor Dikko Radda, Atiku Abubakar, and Rotimi Amaechi.
Key Points:
- Hajiya Umma El-Rufai died in Cairo on Friday after a brief illness.
- Her remains arrived in Abuja on Sunday ahead of the funeral prayer at the National Mosque.
- Burial will take place at Gudu Cemetery in the Apo area of Abuja.
- APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda and Katsina Governor Dikko Radda were among those who paid condolences.
- Other visitors included Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, Abubakar Malami, and Aminu Tambuwal.
As the El-Rufai family prepares to lay their matriarch to rest, the outpouring of condolences from political figures across party lines reflects the respect commanded by the late Hajiya Umma.
Sources: Daily Post, Vanguard
