The Zamfara State Government has announced passing of the state’s Commissioner for Commerce, Tasiu Shinkafi.
According to the state government, the 50-year-old commissioner passed away on Wednesday at a hospital in Kaduna after a brief illness.
Governor of the state, Dauda Lawal, expressed grief over the commissioner’s death, describing it as an irreparable loss to the state government and its people.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the governor’s spokesperson, said Lawal praised Shinkafi’s dedication, honesty and commitment to the state.
The governor added that Shinkafi previously served as commissioner for youth and sport before being redeployed to the ministry of commerce.
“With heavy hearts and in total submission to the will of Almighty Allah (T), we received the shocking news of the passing of the Commissioner for Commerce, Tasiu Musa Shinkafi,” the statement reads.
“Tasiu’s death is a great loss not only to his family and the state government, but also to the people of Zamfara.
“He will be remembered for his dedication, honesty, and commitment to Zamfara State.
“He served diligently as Commissioner for Youth and Sport before being redeployed to the Ministry of Commerce.
“As a valued member of my administration and a brother in service, his contributions to governance, politics, and public service will be remembered.
“May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and give his family the strength to bear this great loss.”