Family sources confirmed his death in Sokoto to Channels Television, after a prolonged illness.
Aliyu served as deputy governor under former Governor Saidu Usman Dakingari from 2007 to 2015.
Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris mourned him in a statement by his media adviser, Yahaya Sarki, calling his death a painful loss to the Yauri Emirate, Kebbi State and the nation.
Idris described Aliyu as one of the state’s most respected leaders, citing his humility, honesty and record of service both as a career civil servant and as deputy governor.
The governor said Aliyu’s contributions would continue to inspire future generations, and prayed for his forgiveness and admission into Aljannatul Firdaus.
He extended condolences to the family, the Yauri Emirate and the people of Kebbi State.
READ ALSO:
- Governor Lawal’s Quiet Turnaround and the Case for a Second Term | By Bala Bitrus
- Coalition Defends NSCDC Commandant-General, Rejects Calls for His Removal Over Minna Detainee Deaths
- Ogun Guber: PDP Campaign Train Storms Ijebu-Ode, Odogbolu
- EFCC Arrests Olori Tejuoso Over Alleged N600m Fraud
- Peter Okoye Moves Birthday From November 18 To November 30, Says Date Became ‘Worst Day Of My Life
