April 07, (THEWILL) — The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Mohammed Usman Zuru, has passed away, marking the end of a distinguished legislative career and leaving behind a legacy of dedicated public service in Kebbi State.
THEWILL reports that Zuru died at an hospital in Egypt, where he had been undergoing treatment for an undisclosed illness.
The sad news was confirmed on Tuesday by his aide, Murtala Diri, in an official statement, which disclosed that the Speaker died on Monday evening while receiving medical treatment in Cairo, Egypt.
Until his death, Zuru represented Zuru Constituency in the Kebbi State House of Assembly and served as Speaker of the 10th Assembly, where he was widely regarded as a steady and influential leader within the state’s legislative arm.
Described as a prominent political figure from the Zuru Emirate, the late Speaker played a pivotal role in strengthening legislative processes, promoting good governance, and fostering cooperation between the executive and legislative branches in Kebbi State. His tenure as Speaker was marked by efforts to enhance lawmaking efficiency and ensure that policies reflected the needs and aspirations of his constituents.
Colleagues and political associates have begun paying tribute to the late lawmaker, acknowledging his commitment to democratic ideals and his contributions to the development of Kebbi State. Many described him as a bridge-builder and a voice of moderation, whose leadership style helped maintain stability and cohesion within the Assembly.
The statement noted that his death represents a significant loss not only to his immediate constituency but also to the entire state legislature, the political community, and Kebbi State at large.
Confirming the incident, the governor’s aide on Communication and Strategy, Idris Zuru, described the loss as shocking.
“The death of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Muhammad Usman Zuru, came to us as a rude shock. It is a painful loss not only to Kebbi State but to the entire nation”, he stated.
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