The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has announced the passing of Alhaji Abdullahi Sabi, father of the Minister of State, Senator Aliyu Abdullahi.
In a statement released by the Minister of State on Tuesday, it was disclosed that Alhaji Abdullahi passed away on Monday night at the age of 100. His funeral prayers and interment took place today at Gbemusu Palace in New Bussa, Niger State.
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Senator Abdullahi recalled his father’s significant contributions to the community, stating, “My father was a man of great patience and tolerance.”
He highlighted Alhaji Abdullahi’s esteemed role as the District Head of Luma in the Borgu Emirate Council.
Born in 1924, the late Alhaji Abdullahi had a distinguished career, serving as a Works Superintendent and Supervisory Councillor for the Borgu Local Government Area. He also made significant contributions as the pioneer Chairman of the Jamaatul Izalatul Bidia Wa Ikamatul Sunnah in the Borgu Kingdom.
Abdullahi reflected on his father’s steadfast loyalty to tradition and leadership, noting, “He was the last man standing in his support for the late Emir of Borgu, Senator Haliru Dantoro Kitoro III.”
Alhaji Abdullahi is survived by his wives, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and an extended family, leaving behind a lasting legacy that has influenced and shaped the community for generations.
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