A Double Tragedy for the Usman Family

Professor Hadiza Abdullahi Usman, the Medical Director of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Nguru, Yobe State, has lost her twin daughters, Dr. Hadiyah Usman Abdullahi and Aidah Usman Abdullahi, within two days of each other. The tragedy has thrown their family, colleagues, and the state's medical community into deep mourning.

The twin sisters died on Friday, October 2, and Sunday, October 4, 2026, following complications associated with sickle cell disease. In a devastating turn of events, Aidah was present to witness her twin sister Hadiyah being laid to rest, only to pass away herself just 48 hours later.

The Final Days of the Twin Sisters

Hadiyah, who practiced as a medical doctor, had been admitted to FMC Nguru for approximately a week after suffering a severe sickle cell crisis. Despite medical interventions, she passed away on Friday, October 2. Her funeral prayers were subsequently held at the Emir's Palace, followed by her burial.

Her twin sister, Aidah, a pharmacist, had also been receiving medical treatment during the same period at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital. Aidah reportedly recovered and was discharged from the facility, allowing her to attend Hadiyah's funeral service.

Following the burial, Aidah visited her twin sister's grave. According to reports, she suddenly fainted at the graveside and was rushed to the hospital, where she passed away on Sunday, October 4. The Federal Medical Centre, Nguru, confirmed her passing on its Facebook page, identifying Aidah as "the second twin" of Professor Usman.

Loss to the Healthcare Community

In the span of just two days, Professor Usman, a medical director responsible for patient care at one of the leading health institutions in Yobe State, faced the loss of both of her daughters. Both sisters had pursued professional careers in healthcare, dedicating their lives to the service and care of others.

Their sudden demises have drawn renewed attention to the severe impact of sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder known to cause painful crises and severe health complications. The tragedy leaves behind a grieving family, alongside colleagues and friends who are mourning two young healthcare professionals whose lives were devoted to saving others.