Crimes

House of Reps candidate dies 4 days to election

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) candidate for Wudil/Garko Constituency in Kano State, Kamilu Ado Isa, has been confirmed dead.

It was gathered that Isa, a former Assistant Comptroller General of Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), died after a brief illness on Monday.

Reacting, the NNPP presidential candidate, Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso, in a condolence message to Isa’s family, described the demise of the House of Representatives candidate as a huge vacuum that cannot be replaced.

Kwankwaso stated that Isa dedicated his time, wealth and energy to the success of the NNPP.

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“I am saddened by the loss of Hon. Kamilu Ado Isah, the NNPP House of Representatives Candidate for Wudil/Garko constituency.

“May the Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him eternal peace. My condolence to his family, friends and the NNPP Kano Chapter,” the NNPP presidential flag-bearer said.

The House of Reps has since been buried according to Islamic rites.

Isa’s death occurred four days to the presidential, senatorial, and House of Representatives elections.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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