Tragedy Hits Kebbi State as House of Assembly Speaker Muhammad Usman Zuru Passes Away in Egypt

Rt. Hon. Muhammad Usman Zuru, Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, has passed away in an Egyptian hospital following a long illness.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 7, 2026, 4:34 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Daily Trust

Loss of a Key Legislative Leader

The Kebbi State House of Assembly is in mourning following the death of its Speaker, Muhammad Usman Zuru. The high-ranking legislator passed away at a medical facility in Egypt, where he had been receiving specialized care. Representing the Zuru Constituency, the late Speaker was a prominent figure in the state's political landscape, known for his leadership within the legislative arm of the government.

A Prolonged Battle with Illness

According to sources within the Birnin Kebbi government, the Speaker had been battling a persistent, undisclosed ailment for several months. His health reportedly deteriorated significantly just before the commencement of the recently concluded Ramadan fast, necessitating an urgent medical evacuation abroad. Despite receiving international treatment, he succumbed to the illness in the early hours of Tuesday.

Government and Aides React to "Rude Shock"

The news of his passing has sent waves of grief through the state. Idris Abdullahi Zuru, an aide to Governor Nasir Idris on Communication and Strategy, described the development as a "rude shock" and a "painful loss" for both the state and the nation. The Governor’s office has indicated that it is currently gathering full details surrounding the circumstances of his death.