Kebbi, mourns as LG chairman passes away

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The Kebbi State Government has declared the unexpected demise of Muhammad Bello, the chairman of Maiyama Local Government Area, following a prolonged illness.

The state governor’s spokesperson, Ahmed Idris, conveyed in a statement released to the press on Thursday that the departed individual passed away in the early hours of the morning and is scheduled for burial later in the day.

The statement read, “Regrettably, with heavy heart, I announce the death of Hon. Zayyanu Muhammad Bello, Executive Chairman of Maiyama local Government.”

“He died early this morning at UDUTH Sokoto after a protracted illness.”

The statement additionally revealed that the details regarding the burial time will be conveyed to the public.