The House of Representatives has announced the passing of a member, Muhammad Danjuma Hassan, describing his death as a significant loss to the National Assembly and the country.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the House said the late lawmaker, who represented Dawakin Kudu/Warawa Federal Constituency of Kano State, died on Friday evening in Abuja after a period of illness. He was 66.
Until his death, Hassan served as Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Judiciary and was elected into the Green Chamber in 2023 on the platform of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
The House noted that his demise marks the loss of a seasoned legislative counsel and legal draftsman whose contributions played a key role in shaping Nigeria’s legislative and constitutional framework over the years.
Before venturing into partisan politics, Hassan had a distinguished career within the National Assembly bureaucracy, rising to the rank of Permanent Secretary. His administrative experience and institutional knowledge were said to have enriched legislative processes and parliamentary engagements.
Within the House, he was described as a diligent and reflective lawmaker, whose work on the Judiciary Committee and other assignments demonstrated a strong commitment to strengthening the justice system and upholding the rule of law.
He also served on several committees, including Public Petitions, Aviation, Solid Minerals, Constitution Review, and Treaties, Protocols and Agreements, contributing to legislative oversight and policy development.
The Speaker of the House, Abbas Tajudeen, extended condolences on behalf of the chamber to the deceased’s family, constituents, and the government and people of Kano State.
The late lawmaker will be buried on Saturday in accordance with Islamic rites, while further details are expected to be announced by the family.
