ALHAJI Ibrahim Ladan Duguri, the Executive Secretary of the Bauchi State Health Contributory Management Agency (BASHCMA), has died alongside four of his children in an accident at Yalwan Duguri, in Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State.
News Point Nigeria reports that Governor Bala Mohammed, who confirmed the tragedy, expressed profound sorrow and deep grief over the deaths.
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The governor described the death of Alhaji Ibrahim Ladan Duguri as a monumental loss to Bauchi State, particularly its health sector, “where he distinguished himself through dedication, commitment, and an unwavering passion for improving access to healthcare services for the people”.
In his condolence message, signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, the governor said he was equally saddened by the tragic circumstances surrounding the incident and extended his heartfelt sympathy to the immediate family of the deceased, the Duguri Emirate Council, friends, associates, colleagues and the entire people of Bauchi State over the loss.
He also prayed for the full recovery, strength and comfort of Suleiman, one of the deceased’s sons who reportedly survived the accident.
Mohammed said: “As Executive Secretary of BASHCMA, the deceased played an important role in advancing the state’s health contributory management system and supporting efforts to make healthcare more accessible to the people, especially the less privileged.
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“His dedication was also evident in his contributions to the state’s medical team during pilgrimage exercises in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where his commitment to the health and well-being of pilgrims was widely valued.
“Beyond his professional accomplishments, Alhaji Ibrahim Ladan Duguri was a close personal friend and classmate of Governor Bala Mohammed. His death, therefore, represents not only the loss of a valued public servant but also the painful departure of a beloved family member and trusted companion whose life was marked by service, loyalty and dedication to humanity.”
The governor acknowledged that no words could adequately express the pain and anguish of the bereaved family at this difficult moment.
Mohammed prayed that Almighty Allah, in His infinite mercy, would forgive the shortcomings of the deceased, accept their good deeds and grant Alhaji Ibrahim Ladan Duguri and his beloved children eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus.
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He also called on all well-meaning citizens of Bauchi State to remember the bereaved family in their prayers and offer them the necessary compassion and solidarity during this moment of profound grief.
The funeral prayer for the deceased was scheduled to be conducted at the palace of the District Head of Yalwan Duguri at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday.
