BREAKING: Kebbi Assembly Speaker, Hon. Muhammad Usman Ankwai, Dies

Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State – March 25, 2026 – The Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Hon. Muhammad Usman Ankwai, is dead.

The development was confirmed late Tuesday night, with details obtained by PulseNets indicating that the lawmaker, who represented Zuru Constituency under the All Progressives Congress (APC), passed away on the night of March 24, 2026. As of the time of filing this report, the exact cause and circumstances surrounding his death remain undisclosed.

Hon. Ankwai emerged as Speaker of the 10th Kebbi State House of Assembly on June 8, 2023, following the inauguration of the current legislature. Throughout his tenure, he was widely seen as a composed and committed leader who ensured stability in legislative proceedings across the state.

His passing has sparked widespread reactions across Kebbi State, with political stakeholders, lawmakers, traditional institutions, and residents expressing grief over the loss. Many described him as a devoted public official who discharged his duties with discipline and integrity.

Tributes Pour In

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State expressed deep sorrow, describing the Speaker’s death as a great loss to the state legislature and the APC family.

Multiple members of the House of Assembly, who spoke to PulseNets, characterised the late Speaker as a bridge-builder who fostered unity and cooperation among lawmakers.

Residents of Zuru and other parts of the state have also taken to social platforms and public spaces to mourn the late Speaker, offering prayers for the peaceful repose of his soul.

At the time of this report, the Kebbi State House of Assembly has yet to formally announce plans for a valedictory session or burial arrangements. However, sources close to the family told PulseNets that funeral rites will be communicated in due course in accordance with Islamic traditions.

The death of Hon. Muhammad Usman Ankwai leaves a leadership gap within the Kebbi State House of Assembly. By legislative convention, the Deputy Speaker is expected to assume responsibilities in an acting capacity pending the emergence of a new Speaker.

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This marks yet another significant loss within Nigeria’s political landscape in recent times, following the reported passing of Bayelsa Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo and other prominent figures.

May the soul of Hon. Muhammad Usman Ankwai rest in perfect peace.