By Our Correspondent

National News – Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, the mother of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has passed away, according to a family announcement made on Friday, March 27, 2026.

The news of her death was shared by her grandson through a Facebook post, informing the public that the elderly matriarch died a few hours before the announcement.

The family, while mourning the loss, requested prayers from the public for the repose of her soul.

The announcement confirmed that Hajiya Umma El-Rufai was the biological mother of the former governor and a respected elder within the family.

In the statement, her grandson wrote that the family was grateful for the life she lived and expressed faith that Allah would grant her eternal rest.

The message began with the Islamic phrase, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un,” meaning “From Allah we came and to Him we shall return,” a traditional expression used by Muslims when announcing a death.

Although the family confirmed her passing, details surrounding the circumstances or cause of death were not immediately made public as of the time the announcement was issued.

Relatives and well-wishers have since begun sending condolences and prayers to the El-Rufai family during this period of mourning.

The development comes at a delicate time for the family, as Nasir El-Rufai has been involved in ongoing legal matters.

The former governor is currently in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission following his re-arrest after an earlier detention by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.

Supporters and political associates across Nigeria have continued to react to the news, extending sympathy to the former governor and his relatives.

Many have described the late Hajiya Umma El-Rufai as a devoted mother and respected figure whose life impacted those around her.

As of Friday evening, the family had not yet announced burial arrangements or funeral details.

However, Islamic tradition often requires burial to take place within a short period after death, suggesting that preparations may already be underway.

Further information about the funeral rites and official family statements are expected to be released in the coming hours.