Kosan Waka Passes on as Gov. Yusuf condoles family

The Kano State Government has announced with profound sadness the passing of renowned political singer, Muhammadu Buhari, popularly known as Kosan Waka, who died on Sunday at the age of 47.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Sunday.

According to the family, Muhammadu Buhari Kosan Waka died on Sunday at the age of 47 and will be laid to rest in Tsanni village, Batagarawa LGA, Katsina by 5pm today.

Governor  Yusuf has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, particularly his mother, as well as his friends, associates, admirers and the entire people of Kano State.

The Governor described the late Kosan Waka as a Kano based patriotic son of Katsina whose music transcended politics and served as a powerful tool for promoting unity, culture and public enlightenment.

He prayed to Almighty Allah (SWT) to forgive his shortcomings, expand his grave, admit him into Aljannatul Firdaus and grant his family the strength to bear the irreparable loss.

The late Kosan Waka was one of Kano’s most celebrated political singers, whose talent, creativity and captivating performances earned him admiration across the country.

His contributions to the growth of political communication and Hausa entertainment will remain indelible.

The Kano State Governor joins the the entertainment industry and millions of admirers across Nigeria in mourning this painful loss and prays that Allah (SWT) grants the deceased eternal rest.

Signed
Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa
Director General,
Media and Publicity
Government House, Kano