…Garo joins Kano delegation to honour friend and associate, Lamin Sani
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, on Friday led a high-powered government delegation to the funeral prayer of Hajiya Aishatu Sani Zawiya, mother of former Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Dr. Lamin Sani Kawaji.
The deceased reportedly passed away at a hospital in Abuja on Thursday, November 12, 2026, following an illness.
The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo, was also among the dignitaries who attended the funeral rites, in a show of solidarity with his longtime associate, Hon. Dr. Lamin Sani Kawaji.
The funeral prayer was held at Alhassan Dantata Mosque, Koki, Kano, after which the deceased was laid to rest at the Abattoir Cemetery.
Former Governor of Kano State, Senator Malam Ibrahim Shekarau, was among prominent personalities who attended the funeral.
During the funeral rites, Deputy Governor Garo joined the bereaved family and other sympathisers in praying for Allah’s forgiveness and mercy upon the deceased, while seeking divine strength and comfort for the family.
The funeral attracted members of the Kano State Executive Council, senior government officials, former public office holders, traditional rulers, Islamic scholars, religious leaders and other distinguished personalities.
Hajiya Aishatu Sani Zawiya is survived by her children, grandchildren and other relatives.
May Almighty Allah forgive her shortcomings, grant her eternal rest and admit her into Jannatul Firdausi. Amin.