Former Katsina South Senator Bello Mandiya dies in Abuja at age 62, according to multiple Nigerian outlets. Premium Times reports he served as senator for Katsina South and later worked as chief of staff to former Katsina State Governor Aminu Masari.
Daily Post Nigeria says Mandiya’s death is announced by his close associate, Malam Maiwada DanMalam, through a Facebook post. The outlet reports that funeral prayers are scheduled for Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at the Apo Legislative Quarters in Abuja. Legit.ng also reports that Mandiya dies in Abuja on Monday.
Legit.ng adds that Governor Radda confirms the death and expresses condolences. The outlets largely agree on the identity, age, and location of death, while differing in how the news is announced and the specific details provided about funeral arrangements.
