JUST IN: Former Katsina Senator, Bello Mandiya is dead

Former Senator representing Katsina South Senatorial District of Katsina State, Bello Mandiya, has died at the age of 62.

Mandiya died on Monday, September 7, 2026, according to a statement issued by Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, Chief Press Secretary to Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda.

Reacting to the death, Governor Radda expressed shock and sadness, describing Mandiya’s passing as a great loss to Katsina State and Nigeria.

“I received with shock and deep sadness the news of the death of Senator Bello Mandiya. His passing is a great loss to Katsina State and Nigeria,” the governor said.

Radda described the deceased as a committed public servant who contributed to the development of Katsina State and the country.

“Senator Mandiya dedicated part of his life to public service and served our people with commitment. His contributions will remain remembered,” he said.

The governor recalled that Mandiya served as Chief of Staff to former Katsina State Governor, Aminu Bello Masari, before his election to the Senate.

Mandiya represented Katsina South Senatorial District in the 9th National Assembly from 2019 to 2023.

Radda said the late senator’s experience and service at both the state and federal levels formed an important part of his legacy.

The governor extended his condolences to Mandiya’s family, former Governor Masari, the people of Katsina South, his political associates and friends, as well as his former colleagues in the 9th Senate.

“I pray Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, reward his good deeds and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus. May Allah give his family and loved ones the strength to bear this painful loss,” Radda said.