Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has expressed sadness over the death of the state’s Commissioner for Commerce, Tasiu Musa Shinkafi, who reportedly died at the age of 50.
Shinkafi reportedly passed away on Wednesday in Kaduna after a brief illness.
The governor announced his death through a statement issued by his spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, describing the development as a painful loss to the state government, his family and the people of Zamfara.
Lawal said the late commissioner would be remembered for his dedication, honesty and commitment to public service.
He also recalled that Shinkafi previously served as Commissioner for Youth and Sports before he was moved to the Ministry of Commerce.
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The governor described him as a valuable member of his administration, adding that his contributions to governance, politics and the development of the state would not be forgotten.
He prayed for Allah’s forgiveness for the deceased while asking God to give his family the strength to overcome the loss.
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