Legislative Veteran Mohammad Danjuma Hassan Passes Away at 66 Following Distinguished Career in Kano Politics

NNPP representative Mohammad Danjuma Hassan has passed away. Read about the distinguished career and legacy of the Kano lawmaker and legal draftsman.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 11, 2026, 3:54 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Nation Newspaper.

The Passing of a Legal and Legislative Architect

The Nigerian House of Representatives is mourning the loss of Mohammad Danjuma Hassan, a prominent lawmaker representing the Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency of Kano State. Hassan passed away at the age of 66 on Saturday morning following a battle with an undisclosed illness in Abuja. His death was confirmed by House Spokesman Akintunde Rotimi, who described the loss as "profound" for the National Assembly and the nation, noting that Hassan’s influence on the country's legal and constitutional processes spanned many years.

A Rare Transition from Bureaucracy to Partisan Politics

Hassan’s legislative effectiveness was deeply rooted in his extensive background within the National Assembly bureaucracy. Before entering partisan politics under the banner of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), he rose through the administrative ranks to become a Permanent Secretary. This transition granted him a unique "institutional memory" that allowed him to navigate complex governance issues with ease. Colleagues often referred to him as one of the country's foremost legislative counsel and legal draftsmen, credited with leaving an enduring imprint on many of the laws enacted in recent decades.

Leadership in the 10th National Assembly

In the current Assembly, Hassan served with distinction as the Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Judiciary. His interventions were widely respected for their maturity and professionalism, particularly his firm commitment to strengthening the justice system and upholding the rule of law. Beyond the judiciary, his legislative portfolio was vast; he was an active member of committees including Aviation, Solid Minerals, Constitution Review, Public Petitions, and Treaties, Protocols & Agreements. His ability to build consensus made him a pivotal figure in committee engagements and plenary deliberations.