Governor Radda laments death of former Katsina Senator Bello Mandiya
Katsina State Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has expressed shock and sadness over the death of former Senator representing Katsina South, Bello Mandiya, who died on Monday at the age of 62.
Radda described Mandiya’s death as a great loss to Katsina State and Nigeria, particularly the people of Katsina South and the political community.
In a condolence message issued by his chief press secretary, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, the governor described the late senator as a committed public servant who contributed to the development of the state and the country.
“I received with shock and deep sadness the news of the death of Senator Bello Mandiya. His passing is a great loss to Katsina State and Nigeria,” Radda said.
The governor recalled that Mandiya served as Chief of Staff to former Katsina State Governor Aminu Bello Masari before being elected to the Senate, where he represented Katsina South from 2019 to 2023.
Radda said Mandiya’s experience and service at both the state and federal levels remained an important part of his legacy, adding that his contributions to public service would be remembered.
The governor condoled with the deceased’s family, former Governor Masari, the people of Katsina South, his political associates and friends, as well as his colleagues in the ninth Senate.
Radda prayed to Allah to forgive Mandiya’s shortcomings, reward his good deeds and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus. He also prayed for strength for the deceased’s family and loved ones to bear the loss.
