Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai’s mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, has passed away in Cairo, Egypt, after a long illness.
She was surrounded by her family, including her son, who had been managing her health care. The news was announced by her grandson, Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, on his X handle, where he expressed gratitude for her life and sought prayers for her soul ¹ ² ³.
Hajiya Umma, who was reportedly 100 years old, leaves behind children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her son, Nasir El-Rufai, is currently in detention facing corruption charges and is due back in court on March 31, 2026.
