Kebbi Assembly Speaker Dies Abroad
The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Muhammad Usman Zuru, has died.
He passed away on Monday night in a hospital in Egypt, where he had been receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness. His death was confirmed by sources close to the Kebbi State Government.
The lawmaker represented Zuru Constituency and was seen as a central figure in the state legislature.
His passing has created a gap in the assembly, given his role in legislative affairs and governance. Details about his illness were not made public.
An aide to the governor, Idris Zuru, described the development as shocking and painful. He said the loss extends beyond the state to the wider country, reflecting the speaker’s influence in public service.
The state government is expected to release further information on funeral arrangements after consultations with the family. More details about his final rites will be announced in due course.


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