Bauchi: Zaki Council Chairman Dies in Road Crash Less Than Three Months After Election
The Chairman of Zaki Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Masud Aliyu Umar, has died in a road accident less than three months after assuming office.
Umar reportedly died on Sunday night, November 1, after his private vehicle crashed at Konkiyal Village in Darazo Local Government Area of the state.
He was said to be returning to Zaki after attending a stakeholders’ meeting of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Bauchi when the accident occurred.
The late chairman was elected on August 17, 2026, alongside chairpersons of the other 19 local government areas in Bauchi State.
Before his election, Umar served as Director-General of the Bauchi State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), where he was involved in emergency response and humanitarian interventions.
Reacting to his death, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, expressed shock over the incident in a condolence message issued through his media aide, Mukhtar Gidado.
The governor described Umar as a dedicated public servant, committed grassroots politician and compassionate leader whose contributions to public service and community development would be remembered.
Mohammed also recalled his service at SEMA, noting his commitment to supporting vulnerable residents and providing assistance to communities affected by emergencies.
He said Umar demonstrated commitment to grassroots development during his time as Zaki council chairman, particularly in youth and women empowerment, improving livelihoods and promoting inclusive development.
The governor described his death as a major loss to his family, the people of Zaki and Bauchi State, especially the public service and local government administration.
Umar’s funeral prayer was scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 2, at the Palace of the District Head in Mur Mur, Zaki Local Government Area.
