Bauchi Assembly loses Member representing Sakwa, Wanzam Zaki

By: Monday Danladi, Bauchi

The death has occurred of the Member of the Bauchi State House of Assembly representating Sakwa Constituency of Zaki LGA and Chairman, House Committee on Budget and Appropriation, Hon. Wanzam Mohammed Zaki.

The late Lawmaker was reported to have passed away in the early hours of Sunday in Bauchi after a brief illness.

Meanwhile, the State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has received with profound shock and deep sorrow, news of the death of Hon. Wanzam Mohammad Zaki.

On behalf of his family, the Government and the good people of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed extended his heartfelt condolences to the immediate family of the deceased, the people of Sakwa Constituency, Katagum Emirate Council , the Bauchi State House of Assembly, and all those affected by this painful loss.

The Governor describes late Hon. Wanzam Mohammad Zaki as a dedicated lawmaker, a humble leader, and a committed public servant whose life was characterized by simplicity, integrity, and unwavering commitment to the welfare of his constituents and the development of Bauchi State.

Bala Mohammed noted that throughout his service in the State House of Assembly, Hon. Wanzam Mohammed distinguished himself through diligence, maturity, and patriotism, particularly in his role as Chairman of the House Committee on Budget and Appropriation, where he contributed significantly to the formulation and oversight of policies and programmes aimed at improving the lives of the people.

“His death is a great loss not only to his family and constituents but also to the entire Bauchi State. We have lost a dependable legislator, a bridge-builder, and a man whose humility and dedication earned him the respect and admiration of colleagues and citizens alike,” the Governor stated.

While mourning this great loss, the Governor urged the people of Bauchi State to take solace in the worthy legacy of service, commitment, and selflessness that the late lawmaker leaves behind.

The Governor prayed that the Almighty Allah (SWT) will forgive his shortcomings, reward his good deeds and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, and give his family, associates, the people of his Constituency and Bauchi State the strength and fortitude to bear this painful loss.

The funeral prayer for late Hon. Wanzam Mohammad Zaki is scheduled to hold, Sunday, 21st June 2026, at the Gwallaga Jumma’at mosque, Bauchi by 1:00 pm, May Allah (SWT) grant his soul eternal rest , Ameen, aa contained in a statement signed by Mukhtar Gidado, Special Adviser , Media and Publicity to the Governor.