Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has expressed deep sorrow and profound shock over the death of the Executive Chairman of Zaki Local Government Area (LGA), Malam Masud Umar, who reportedly died in a tragic motor accident at Konkiyal Village in Darazo LGA of the State.
Daily Trust gathered that the late Chairman was on his way back to Zaki LGA after attending an Allied people’s Movement (APM) Party stakeholders’ meeting convened on Sunday when the unfortunate incident occurred.
In his condolence message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity Mukhtar Gidado, Mohammed described late Umar as a dedicated public servant, committed grassroots politician and compassionate leader whose contributions to public service and community development will remain indelible in the history of Bauchi State.
The governor said that before his election as Executive Chairman of Zaki LGA, late Umar served as the Director-General of the Bauchi State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), where he demonstrated remarkable commitment to emergency response, disaster management and humanitarian interventions across the state.
Mohammed said, “His tenure at SEMA was characterised by dedication to alleviating the sufferings of vulnerable citizens and providing timely interventions to communities affected by emergencies and other humanitarian challenges.
“As Executive Chairman of Zaki Local Government Area, he continued to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to grassroots development, particularly through initiatives aimed at empowering youths and women, improving livelihoods and promoting inclusive development within his local government.”
The governor noted that although Umar’s tenure as Chairman was relatively brief, his passion for service, accessibility to the people and commitment to improving the welfare of his constituents distinguished his leadership.
The governor further observed that his death was not only a devastating loss to his immediate family and the people of Zaki Local Government Area but also to the entire Bauchi State, particularly the public service and local government administration, where his experience, dedication and contributions will be greatly missed.
While praying for the peaceful repose of the soul of the departed, Governor Mohammed urged his family, political associates, friends and the people of Zaki LGA to find strength and comfort in Almighty Allah during the difficult moment.
“May the Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest and give all those he left behind the fortitude to bear this great loss.” the governor prayed.
