Kano State has been plunged into mourning following the sudden and nearly simultaneous deaths of two sitting members of the State House of Assembly on Tuesday.
The legislators, Sarki Aliyu Daneji, representing Kano Municipal Local Government Area, and Aminu Sa’adu, member for Ungoggo Local Government Area, passed away just minutes apart, sending shockwaves through the state’s political community and residents alike.
The tragic news was confirmed by Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, spokesperson to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, who announced the development via his official Facebook page.
Both lawmakers were known for their active participation and representation in the legislative assembly. The proximate timing of their deaths has prompted an outpouring of grief and condolences across the state, though the specific causes of death have not yet been officially disclosed.
Authorities and colleagues have expressed deep sorrow over the losses, which create immediate vacancies in the state legislature. Further details are expected as the government and families release official statements regarding funeral arrangements and circumstances surrounding their passing.