Senator Rufai Hanga representing Kano Central Senatorial District has clarified his recent donation of 2,000 clay pots and 10,500 yards of white cloth to Muslim graveyards in his constituency.
Amidst public scrutiny, Senator Hanga revealed that his act was driven by a desire to seek God’s mercy.
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Grassroots Parrot had reported the blacklash Senator Hanga, The Deputy Minority Chief Whip of the 10th Senate and a member of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, faced following reports of his donation of the burial materials.
The controversy surrounding his actions was highlighted in a post shared by a popular Hausa platform @VoiceofHausa, which drew attention to the perceived imbalance in resource allocation.
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Confirming the rationale behind the donation, an aide to the Senator, Dawuud Auwal, praised Senator Hanga for his foresight and referred to a report detailing the project’s objectives.
Speaking on the matter, Senator Hanga asserted that the donation was not part of his constituency project, contrary to widespread reports.
He emphasized that such acts of charity were not new to him, citing a family legacy that he had inherited and continued throughout his life.
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In his first news conference since his election in 2023, Senator Hanga elaborated on the significance of the donation, stating that the lack of clay pots in graveyards prompted the initiative.
He disclosed that the donation was made to the Kano state committee for the graveyards, under the leadership of Dangoribar Kano and the district head of Tarauni Local government.
Despite facing health challenges after his election, which led to prolonged hospital stays both within Nigeria and abroad, Senator Hanga remained committed to serving his constituents.
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He underscored his efforts to secure various projects for his area, emphasizing his determination to monitor their implementation diligently.
Senator Hanga’s explanation sheds light on the underlying motivations behind his charitable gesture, portraying it as an expression of personal conviction and a commitment to the welfare of his constituents.
As he continues his recovery and endeavors to fulfill his duties as a senator, the impact of his actions on the community remains a subject of both scrutiny and appreciation.