The Bauchi State government has announced the death of the state electoral commission chairman, Alhaji Ahmed Makama Hardawa.
Hardawa, a former resident electoral commissioner in Taraba and Nasarawa States, died on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in Abuja, after a brief illness.
In a statement by the Bauchi government, Governor Bala Mohammed expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing Hardawa’s demise as a profound tragedy for the state and nation.
“On behalf of my family, the government, and the good people of Bauchi State, I extend heartfelt condolences over the death of Alhaji Ahmed Makama Hardawa”
He described the late Alhaji Hardawa as a distinguished statesman, an accomplished public servant, and a patriotic Nigerian whose meritorious service to Bauchi State and the nation at large left a lasting legacy.
“He was a former Resident Electoral Commissioner in Taraba and Nasarawa States, where he discharged his responsibilities with unwavering integrity, diligence, and fairness, hallmarks that defined his entire career,” Gidado stated.
The governor added that, “In his role as Chairman of BASIEC, Alhaji Hardawa played a critical role in deepening democratic governance at the grassroots through the promotion of transparent and credible electoral processes.
“His commitment to rule of law, and institutional development earned him the respect of colleagues, political actors, and the general public.”
The governor extended condolences to the deceased’s immediate family, the BASIEC team, friends, associates, and the people of Hardawa and Misau Emirate Councils.
He prayed to Almighty Allah (SWT) to forgive his shortcomings, grant him eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus, and comfort his loved ones in this moment of grief.
