Oburu Oginga Mourns Death of Tanzania President Samia’s Husband
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party leader Dr Oburu Oginga has condoled with Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan. Hafidh died on September 7, 2026, at Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar, where he had been receiving treatment for a heart condition. He died at about 8am. In [...] The post Oburu Oginga Mourns Death of Tanzania…
Dr Oburu Oginga, leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party, has expressed condolences to Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan upon the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan. Hafidh passed away on September 7, 2026, at Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar after being treated for a heart condition. The ODM leader conveyed his deepest sympathies to President Samia, the ODM party, the Odinga family, and himself.
Dr Oginga praised Hafidh for his respected status in Tanzania and beyond, citing his quiet dignity, wisdom, and service. He also highlighted the strong friendship between the Odinga and Suluhu families, emphasizing the historical ties between Kenya and Tanzania. Dr Oginga noted the enduring bond between the ODM and Tanzania's ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) political parties, as well as the longstanding relationship between Kenya and Tanzania.
He encouraged President Samia to draw strength from her shared life with Hafidh and the family they built together, expressing confidence that respect for the late husband would endure. Dr Oginga concluded his message by offering heartfelt sympathies to President Samia, her family, and the people of Tanzania, wishing him eternal peace.
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