Zamfara Commissioner for Commerce, Tasiu Musa Shinkafi, Dies at 50

The Zamfara State Commissioner for Commerce, Tasiu Musa Shinkafi, has died at the age of 50.

Shinkafi reportedly died in Kaduna on Wednesday after a brief illness, according to an announcement by Governor Dauda Lawal through his spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris.

The governor expressed grief over the death, describing it as a major loss to the state government, the deceased’s family and the people of Zamfara.

In a condolence message, Lawal said Shinkafi would be remembered for his dedication, honesty and commitment to the development of the state.

“With heavy hearts and in total submission to the will of Almighty Allah (T), we received the shocking news of the passing of the Commissioner for Commerce, Tasiu Musa Shinkafi,” the governor said.

“Tasiu’s death is a great loss not only to his family and the state government, but also to the people of Zamfara.

“He will be remembered for his dedication, honesty, and commitment to Zamfara State.”

Lawal disclosed that Shinkafi previously served as Commissioner for Youth and Sport before being redeployed to the Ministry of Commerce.

Describing him as a valued member of his administration and a colleague in public service, the governor said his contributions to governance, politics and the state would not be forgotten.

He prayed for Allah to forgive the deceased’s shortcomings and grant his family the strength to bear the loss.