- Bashir El-Rufai rejects condolence message from Kaduna Governor Uba Sani.
- The message followed the death of Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, mother of Nasir El-Rufai.
- Bashir responded with the Hausa phrase “Bama so,” meaning “we don’t want.”
- Nasir El-Rufai remains in court over ICPC corruption and money-laundering charges.
Bashir El-Rufai has rejected Governor Uba Sani’s condolence message following the death of his grandmother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, sparking reactions online amid ongoing political tensions in Kaduna State.
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani had earlier released a statement expressing sympathy to former governor Nasir El-Rufai and his family over the passing of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai.
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In the message, the governor described the late matriarch as a woman known for her strong values, humility, and compassion.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Kaduna State, I extend my deepest condolences to His Excellency, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, and the entire El-Rufai family on the passing of their beloved mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai,” the governor said.
Governor Sani also paid tribute to the late woman’s character, noting that she lived a life dedicated to service and moral strength.
“Hajiya Umma El-Rufai was not only a devoted mother and matriarch, but also a woman of rare grace, moral clarity, and quiet strength,” the statement read.
He further added that she played an important role in her community, often offering guidance and helping to resolve disputes.
“She lived a life defined by compassion, humility, and steadfast service… In her community, she was a steady source of counsel and reconciliation,” the governor added.
The governor concluded by offering prayers for the deceased and strength for the family during the difficult period.
“I stand in solemn solidarity with the El-Rufai family, praying that Almighty Allah will forgive her shortcomings, accept her righteous deeds, and grant her eternal repose in Aljannatul Firdaus.”
However, Bashir El-Rufai rejected Governor Uba Sani’s condolence message in a brief response posted online.
“Bama so,” he wrote.
The Hausa phrase translates to “we don’t want,” a reply that quickly attracted attention and reactions on social media.
Meanwhile, the development comes as Nasir El-Rufai remains in custody following his arraignment by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).
The former governor is facing a 10-count charge bordering on alleged conversion of public property and money laundering.
El-Rufai has pleaded not guilty to all the charges filed against him.
A Federal High Court in Kaduna adjourned the hearing of his bail application to March 31, after arguments were presented by both the defence and prosecution teams.
The presiding judge, Justice Rilwanu Aikawa, fixed the new date during proceedings on Tuesday.
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