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Nigerian Ambassador to Mexico, Reno Omokri, has mourned the death of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai’s mother, Hajiya Umma.

Omokri described death as a debt that all human beings owe, stressing that Nigerians should sympathize with the El-Rufai’s family.

Posting on Facebook, Omokri wrote: “My sincerest condolences to the family of Mallam Nasir El-Rufa’i on the passing of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufa’i, who transitioned today.

“Death is a debt all of humanity owes, and in mourning, we must drop every other thing and sympathise and empathise with those who mourn in the spirit of the common humanity of humankind.

“May Allah, Subḥānahu wa taʿālā, forgive her sins and grant her al-Jannah Firdaus. May God grant the larger el-Rufa’i family the fortitude to bear this huge loss.

“As Quran 2:156 says, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un”. From God we came, and to Him we must return.

“May God have mercy on the living who grieve at this time.”

Death a debt humans owe – Omokri reacts to death of El-Rufai’s mother

The National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu has mourned the passing of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, the matriarch of the El-Rufai family and mother of former Kaduna State Governor Malam Nasir El-Rufai.

DAILY POST had earlier reported that Hajiya Umma died on Friday, March 27, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt, where she had been receiving medical care for age-related health complications.

In a statement, Ribadu said “I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, the matriarch of the El-Rufai family. I have fond memories of shared moments with her and her motherly care. At a time like this, words can offer little comfort for such a profound loss.

“My heartfelt condolences to Mallam Nasir El-Rufai and the entire family. May Almighty Allah forgive her shortcomings, grant her eternal rest in Aljannah Firdaus, and give the family the strength to bear this loss,” it concluded.

NSA Ribadu mourns death of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of ex-Kaduna Governor

The Federal Government has again reaffirmed its commitment to overhaul policing and national security, saying State Police is now essential to confront Nigeria’s changing threats.

Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, who stated this in Abuja while hosting the Inspector General of Police Steering Committee on the State Police Establishment Framework, tied the plan to the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, arguing that decentralising police commands will sharpen responsiveness, intelligence and grassroots crime-fighting.

“The dynamic nature of today’s security landscape demands innovative and localized solutions. State policing is no longer optional—it is imperative,” the minister stated.

Gaidam, according to a statement by Fatima Muhammed Adamu of the ministry’s Press & Public Relations Unit, commended the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu for the swift implementation of policy directives aimed at improving policing efficiency across the country, noting that such proactive leadership demonstrates a shared commitment to safeguarding lives and property nationwide.

Earlier, the committee chairman, Prof. Olu Ogunsakin briefed the minister on a ongoing efforts to develop a comprehensive and practical framework for the successful establishment of state police systems.

Ogunsakin emphasized that the initiative was designed to deliver a stronger sense of safety and public trust in law enforcement institutions.

He added that the IGP fully backs a modern, resilient and community-oriented security architecture able to meet present and future challenges.

The meeting marks a significant milestone in the Federal Government’s broader police reform agenda.

It underscores ongoing efforts to refine operational frameworks and ensure that the proposed state policing system is efficient, accountable, and responsive to the unique security needs of communities across Nigeria.

In attendance were CP Bode Ojajuni, the Committee Secretary; CP Emmanuel Ojukwu (rtd) for retired officers, DCP Sulyman Gulma and ACP Ike Okafor.

State Police imperative for national security, development – FG declares

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