By Ogalah Ibrahim
The newly elected chairman of Bakori Native Authorities Space, Katsina State, Hon. Aminu Dan Hamidu, has died barely two months after assuming workplace.
Hon. Hamidu, who assumed workplace in April 2025, died on Monday, June 9, 2025. His reason for loss of life has not but been formally disclosed. Nonetheless, unconfirmed studies recommend he had been unwell for some time.
Kaula Mohammed, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of the state, has confirmed the unhappy incident in an announcement.
Governor Radda, within the assertion, expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Hamidu, describing him “as a loyal celebration man, a seasoned civil servant, and a grassroots politician who devoted his life to public service with honesty, humility, and unusual dedication.”
The assertion reads, “At the moment, Katsina has misplaced one in every of its most dedicated and selfless sons. Hon. Hamidu was a quiet achiever who believed within the values of integrity, transparency, and people-first management. His loss of life is a painful loss — not solely to Bakori however to your entire state.
“The deceased was elected Chairman of Bakori Native Authorities within the February 2025 native authorities elections and formally assumed workplace in April 2025. Although his tenure was temporary, he left behind a legacy of purpose-driven management and real dedication to neighborhood improvement.
The governor famous that Hamidu’s service throughout totally different ranges of presidency had all the time been marked by diligence and a deep concern for the welfare of the folks.
“He was not somebody who sought the highlight. He let his work communicate for him,” the governor added. “Even in a brief interval, he confirmed what management might imply when rooted in sincerity.”
Governor Radda, on behalf of the federal government and other people of Katsina State, prolonged heartfelt condolences to the household of the late chairman, the nice folks of Bakori, and members of the APC household throughout the state.
“Might Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannatul Firdausi,” the governor prayed. “We’ll proceed to recollect him for his modesty, his dedication, and the love he had for his folks.”
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