Ex-Bauchi Gov Yuguda Speaks On Death Rumour, Says ‘I Have No Enemy’

Former Bauchi State governor, Dr. Isa Yuguda, has dismissed reports circulating on social media that he had died, assuring that he is alive and in good health.

Yuguda said the false report generated widespread concern, with thousands of people, particularly from Bauchi State, contacting him.

Speaking on Saturday, the former governor disclosed that he recently underwent surgery for a back-related condition but had since recovered and was responding well.

“I am alive. I assure you that, being human, one can fall ill at any time. I was indeed ill recently. Of course, our lives are in God’s hands; whether an illness is minor or severe, God can take a life at any moment.

“But I assure you, I am in good health. I was ill recently, but God has now restored my health,” he said.
Yuguda said he currently spends most of his time at home on the advice of his doctors following the surgery.

“I am mostly at home now because, following back surgery, I was instructed to rest. As one ages, the vertebrae in the back can suffer from friction caused by prolonged sitting. If things go wrong, it could lead to serious complications, including paralysis,” he said.

The former governor expressed gratitude to God for his recovery, adding that he remained in good spirits despite the false report of his death.

Addressing the circumstances surrounding the rumour, Yuguda said he did not consider himself to be in conflict with anyone, stressing that he does not harbour ill feelings towards others.

“Regarding the rumours, I maintain that I have no enemies in this world, though, of course, they do exist. While one cannot claim to be entirely without adversaries, I personally view myself as having no enemies because I never harbour ill will towards anyone.

“Anyone who bears hostility towards me is actually acting against themselves, because I have no time for animosity towards others. I constantly pray to God to grant me a faithful end and a peaceful departure from this world. I am not in conflict with anyone,” he said.

Yuguda also expressed appreciation to his supporters and well-wishers across the country, particularly the people of Bauchi State, for their concern and prayers.

He said the volume of calls he received following the false report was overwhelming, forcing him to switch off his telephone temporarily.

“More than 10,000 people from Bauchi were calling me to verify the situation. There were so many calls that I had to switch off my phone.

“This is truly a reason to thank God because it shows that one has left a positive legacy,” he said.

The former governor thanked Muslims and Christians across Nigeria, especially the people of Bauchi State, for the concern they showed after hearing the report.

He said many people in Bauchi became emotional over the rumour, with some reportedly weeping until they heard his voice and confirmed that he was alive.

“The people of Bauchi gathered in large numbers, and some were even weeping. It was only after they heard my voice that they believed I was alive. “I thank God and pray that He rewards them with goodness,” Yuguda said.