Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has mourned the passing of Alhaja Sidikat Basiru, the mother of its National Secretary, Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru.
This was contained in a statement signed by Felix Morka, CON , the National Publicity Secretary of the party. The statement reads in part: “The All Progressives Congress (APC) mourns the passing of Alhaja Sidikat Basiru, the beloved mother of our National Secretary, Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, Ph.D., at the age of 92.
“Alhaja Sidikat Basiru was a devout Muslim, a woman of virtue and compassion, a loving mother, and a revered matriarch of her family who lived a life of faith, sacrifice, and selfless service. She nurtured a family grounded in strong values of character, discipline, and the fear of Almighty Allah, and leaves behind a legacy that will remain evergreen in the hearts and minds of her children, and all who were privileged to be blessed by her love and generosity.
“Alhaja Basiru’s wisdom and exemplary character, moral values and religious piety are evidently reflected in the life and remarkable public service record of our National Secretary, among other accomplished children that she raised with love and devotion.
“On behalf of the National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, the National Working Committee, Party leaders, members, and supporters of our great Party, we extend our deepest condolences to Senator Basiru, and the entire Basiru family at this difficult time.
“We pray that Almighty Allah (SWT), in His infinite mercy, forgives her shortcomings, accepts her righteous deeds, grants her eternal abode in Al-Jannatul Firdaus, ” it also added.
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