Kano Times

November 23, 2025

Fire Claims Lives of Family Members of Kano Commissioner for Higher Education

A fire outbreak today, Wednesday, has resulted in the tragic loss of three family members of Dr. Yusuf Kofar Mata, the Commissioner for Higher Education in Kano State.

Dr. Kofar Mata shared this devastating news early Wednesday via his official Facebook page.

According to his announcement, his daughter Maimuna (Islam), his senior sister Hajiya Khadija, and the wife of his brother, Hajiya Juwairiyya, tragically passed away due to the fire incident.

In his statement, Dr. Kofar Mata expressed deep grief, stating, ‘I mourn the loss of my daughter Maimuna (Islam), my senior sister Hajiya Khadija, and my brother’s wife, Juwairiyya, who perished in the fire. Their funeral prayers will be conducted at 11:00 am at Kofar Mata quarters, Kano city.’

Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire as family, friends, and colleagues extend their condolences to Dr. Kofar Mata and his family during this difficult time.

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