Gov. Namadi, Ex-Deputy Governor, Bashir Adamu, Others attend funeral prayers of Late Anas Adamu

By Muhd D Haidar

Jigawa State Governor, Malam Umar Namadi has joined thousands of family members, political associates, friends for the funeral prayers of former member house representatives and ADC Chieftain, Hon. Abba Anas Adamu.

Others include Former Deputy Governor , Ahmed Mahmud Gumel, Hon. Bashir Adamu, Malam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim, Senator Sabo Nakudu, Jigawa State ADC Chairman, Sani Muhammad Gumel, and PDP family led by former Chairmen Ali Diginsa and Salisu Kuit.

Hotpen reports that, Late Anas Adamu was kidnapped in Jere town along Kaduna Abuja highway on Wednesday night along with his close associate Ali Tukur Gantsa on their way to Abuja to obtain nomination forms for House of Representatives seats.

The kidnappers demand for N200 million as ransom but after a long time negotiations with some ADC Chieftains the sum of N75 million was reached and the money was taken to them. But unfortunately, Abba Anas died while battling with his illness coupled with anxiety and fear in the hand of the bandits while Gantsa regained freedom.

Late Anas was buried at Zangon Dakata cemetery on Tuesday morning in accordance with Islamic rites, he died at the age of 70 and was survived by one wife, 10 children and 6 grandchildren.

Governor Namadi described the late Hon. Abba Anas Adamu as a committed public servant who dedicated a significant part of his life to the service of his people and humanity.

He explained that the deceased played important roles in public service at different levels, including as a former member of the House of Representatives, former Chairman of Guri Local Government Area, former Commissioner in Jigawa State, and an accomplished academic.

Namadi stated further that the late politician would particularly be remembered for his humility, commitment to democratic ideals, and contributions to the political development of Jigawa State.

Governor Namadi expressed deep sorrow over the death of Hon. Abba Anas Adamu, describing his passing as a loss to Jigawa State and the nation at large.