Just in: El-Rufai’s mother dies in Cairo, family yet to release full details

The mother of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has passed away in Cairo, the capital of Egypt.

Family sources confirmed that she died in Cairo, though specific details regarding the cause and circumstances of her death were not immediately disclosed as of the time of filing this report.

The news of her passing has since sparked an outpouring of sympathy from associates, political allies, and members of the public, many of whom have taken to social and political platforms to offer condolences to the former governor and his family.

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Several sympathisers described the development as a deeply painful moment for the El-Rufai family, praying for strength and comfort for them during this period of mourning.

As of press time, the family had yet to issue an official statement outlining funeral arrangements or further information concerning her demise.

More details are expected to emerge in the coming hours.