The Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, has consoled his Secretary to the State Government, Rabi’atu Bello Sifawa, over the loss of his daughter, his three grandchildren and a house help during a fire incident.
The ugly incident happened on Monday. Only Sifawa’s inlaw, Muhammadu Yusuf Bello, the Permanent Secretary of the Sokoto State Ministry of Sports and Youth Development, survived the incident.
In a statement, Governor Aliyu described the deaths as tragic and heartbreaking. He assured Sifawa of the government’s support in his agony.
“It is with a heavy heart that I, on behalf of the Government and the people of Sokoto State, extend my deepest condolences to the Secretary to the State Government, Muhammad Bello Sifawa, over the tragic loss of his daughter, Rabi’atu Bello Sifawa, her three children – Fatimatu Bello Yusuf, Maryam Bello Yusuf, Abubakar Sadik Bello Yusuf and their house help, Aishatu Muhammad, to the devastating fire incident that occurred in the early hours of Monday.
“This heartbreaking event has left us all in profound grief and sorrow. Losing such beloved family members in such an untimely and tragic manner is an unimaginable pain, and we stand in solidarity with you and your family during this difficult time,” he said.
The Governor prayed for eternal rest for the late daughter, grandchildren and Aishatu.
“I also extend my prayers and sympathies to the families, friends, and loved ones of the deceased. May Almighty Allah (SWT) grant them eternal rest in Jannatul Firdaus and provide you with the strength, patience, and faith to bear this irreplaceable loss.
“As a government, we remain committed to standing by you and providing every necessary support as you navigate this challenging period,” he added.
