State commissioner dies
The Zamfara State Commissioner for Commerce, Industries and Tourism, Tasiu Musa Shinkafi, has died at the age of 50 after a brief illness.
Shinkafi reportedly died on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Dialogue Hospital in Kaduna State.
His death was confirmed on Thursday, November 12, by the Zamfara State Government and the Ministry of Commerce, Industries and Tourism.
Governor Dauda Lawal expressed sadness over the development, describing the commissioner’s death as a major loss to his administration and the people of the state.
In a condolence statement issued by his spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the governor praised Shinkafi for his commitment to public service and contributions to the development of Zamfara State.
Lawal recalled that the late commissioner had previously served as Commissioner for Youth and Sports before he was moved to the Ministry of Commerce, Industries and Tourism.
He noted that Shinkafi carried out his responsibilities with dedication and honesty during his time in government.
The Ministry of Commerce also confirmed the development in a separate statement issued by its Information Officer, Jamilu Bello.
The commissioner’s death has attracted condolences from government officials and other residents of the state, who have mourned his passing.
The circumstances surrounding his illness were not immediately made public.
