*Photo: The late Abdullahi Abacha *
President Muhammadu Buhari has commiserated with the late General Sani Abacha’s family over the death of their son, Abdullahi on Saturday.
Garba Shehu, Senior Special Assistant to the President, (Media & Publicity) in a condolence message said “President Muhammadu Buhari extends heartfelt condolences to the former First Lady, Marayam Abacha, and family on the death of their son, Abdullahi.
“The President’s prayers and thoughts are with the family of Abacha as they grieve the passing of the young Abdullahi.
“The President prays for the repose of the soul of the deceased and comfort for those who mourn.”
News about the death of Abdullahi was broken by his sister, Gumsu Abacha, in a tweet on Saturday.
“Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. I lost my younger brother Abdullahi Sani Abacha,” she wrote.
Gumi said her younger brother died in his sleep and asked the public to include him in prayers.
“May Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him jannatul firdous, Ameen. Please include him in your prayers,” she added.