UPDATES: Katsina, February 27, 2026 — The Managing Director of the Katsina State Water Board, Engr. Tukur Hassan Tingilin, has died following an auto accident, throwing the agency and the wider state into mourning.
His passing was confirmed late Thursday, February 26, 2026, by the management and staff of the Water Board, who announced his death in a statement that opened with the Islamic prayer, “Innalillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Raji’un.”
According to a separate statement issued from Government House, Katsina and signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, Engr. Tingilin was involved in a road accident on Thursday which led to his death.
Until his passing, Engr. Tingilin served as Managing Director of the Water Board, where he oversaw policies and initiatives aimed at improving potable water supply across Katsina State. Colleagues described him as a dedicated public servant whose leadership strengthened efforts to expand access to clean and safe water in both urban and rural communities.
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda
Governor Dikko Umaru Radda expressed deep shock over what he called a “rude shock,” noting that Tingilin’s tenure was marked by selfless service to the people.
“Under his guidance, efforts to ensure that clean water reached every household in Katsina were greatly intensified and sustained,” the Governor said, adding that he takes solace in the belief that the late Managing Director passed away as a faithful Muslim during the holy month of Ramadan.
On behalf of the government and people of the state, Governor Radda extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased and the people of Malumfashi Local Government Area, praying that Almighty Allah grants them the strength to bear the loss and forgives the shortcomings of the departed.
Sympathies have continued to pour in from government officials, associates and members of the public, many praying for Allah to grant him Aljannatul Firdaus.
Funeral arrangements, in accordance with Islamic rites, are expected to be announced by the family.
