Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has paid a condolence visit to former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai over the death of his

President Tinubu described the late matriarch of the El-Rufai family as a mother who lived a remarkable life and raised children and grandchildren who have contributed greatly to our nation.

Mr El-Rufai's mother, Umma El-Rufai, died on Friday.

The messages of sympathy come amid strained relations between Mr El-Rufai and some figures in the current administration.

Mr El-Rufai was a key supporter of Mr Tinubu in the build up to the 2023 presidential election and played a key role in ensuring that the latter emerged as the APC flag bearer.

Governor Uba Sani described the departed matriarch as a woman of “rare grace, moral clarity, and quiet strength,” whose life was defined by compassion, humility, and service to humanity."

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has condoled his predecessor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, over the death of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai. Governor Uba Sani,

According to the statement, the president’s condolence message was issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga.