Tragedy Strikes: Kano Government Spokesperson Mourns the Loss of 15-Year-Old Son
A devastating blow has struck the Bature family, with the passing of 15-year-old Sadiq Modibbo Bature, the son of Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, a key media aide to Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. The news of Sadiq’s death has sent shockwaves of grief through the family and the Kano State government, as those who knew him remembered him as an intelligent and resolute young individual.
According to reports, Sadiq’s health had been a concern since birth due to sick cell anemia, which he courageously battled despite the challenges. Although he underwent a successful bone marrow transplant in India, he unfortunately succumbed to post-surgery complications in his brain, tragically losing his life.
The emotional toll of this loss is immense, with Governor’s Spokesperson Dawakin-Tofa taking to social media to confirm the heartbreaking news. In a poignant message, he shared the pain of losing his only child, describing Sadiq as a good, bright, and obedient son who had fought valiantly against his illness.
Throughout his life, Sadiq had shown incredible resilience, undergoing treatment in India and inspiring many with his unwavering determination. His funeral is expected to take place in accordance with Islamic rites in his hometown of Dawakin-Tofa, with details to be shared upon the arrival of his remains.
The news of Sadiq’s passing has been met with an outpouring of condolences from friends and colleagues, with many offering prayers for the repose of his soul. As the Kano State government and the Bature family come together to mourn the loss of this remarkable young individual, his memory will live on as a testament to his courage and perseverance.
