Zamfara Commissioner for Commerce Tasiu Shinkafi Dies at 50

Zamfara State Commissioner for Commerce, Tasiu Musa Shinkafi, has died at the age of 50 following a brief illness.

Shinkafi reportedly passed away on Wednesday at a hospital in Kaduna State.

Governor Dauda Lawal announced the death, describing it as an irreparable loss to the state government, the deceased’s family and the people of Zamfara State.

In a condolence message issued on Thursday by his spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the governor expressed grief over the passing of the commissioner, saying his death was a great loss to the state.

Lawal described Shinkafi as a dedicated, honest and committed public servant who contributed significantly to the development of Zamfara State.

The governor recalled that the deceased previously served as Commissioner for Youth and Sports before his redeployment to the Ministry of Commerce.

He further described Shinkafi as a valued member of his administration and a brother in service whose contributions to governance, politics and public service would remain memorable.

Governor Lawal prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive the deceased’s shortcomings and grant his family the strength to bear the loss.