Rita Odafe
The 10-year-old grandson of the Deputy Governor of Yobe State, Hon Idi Barde Gubana, Lawan Idris Ahmad, has tragically passed away. The young boy suffered severe burns after accidentally spilling hot water on himself. He was immediately taken to the hospital for treatment but unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries at the University Teaching Hospital Damaturu.
The funeral prayer for Ahmad took place at the Deputy Governor’s residence, officiated by the Chief Imam of Yobe mosque and Islamic Center Damaturu, Ustas Hudu Mohammed Yusuf. The gathering included members of the state House of Assembly, government officials, Emirs, Commissioners, and many others who came to offer their condolences and support.
During the funeral service, special prayers were offered by the Deputy Governor’s adviser on religious affairs, Ustas Babagana Mallan Kyari, and the Chief Imam Hudu, asking for Allah’s mercy and granting the young boy jannatul firdausi.
