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<p>The sister of Nigeria’s late Head of State, General Murtala Ramat Mohammed, has sought to put an end to lingering debates about his ancestral roots. Hajiya Balaraba Ramat Yakubu made the remarks at the launch of her new book, Unveiling the Ancestral Root of Nigerian General, organized by the Kano Patriotic Front in collaboration with Bayero University, Kano.</p>
<p>Speaking at the event, Hajiya Balaraba emphasized her direct family connection to the late leader, stating that they shared the same mother. She explained that since his assassination in 1976, Murtala’s heroism, patriotism, and enduring popularity have led some Nigerians to question his Kano origins. “Many Nigerians are saying he is not from Kano,” she said, adding that the book was written to debunk such claims and preserve the truth about their lineage.</p>
<p>Hajiya Balaraba stressed that false narratives about Murtala’s background had persisted for decades, making it necessary to document their family history. She traced their roots back to their great-grandfathers, underscoring the importance of preserving the family’s heritage for future generations.</p>
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<p>Book reviewer and researcher Malam Ibrahim Ado Kurawa echoed this sentiment, noting that it was “pertinent to project and protect the ancestry of General Murtala Mohammed through documented writings.” Kurawa revealed that his research established Murtala’s grandfather, Alkali Suleiman, as the Chief Judge of Kano during the reign of Emir Alu, who was deposed by the British in 1903. This, he argued, firmly situates Murtala’s lineage within Kano’s historical leadership.</p>
<p>Sarkin Shanun Kano, who also serves as Vice President of the Barewa Old Boys Association, reflected on Murtala’s formative years at Barewa College between 1952 and 1957. He described him as a disciplined student, active in debates and athletics, and a natural mediator in disputes. “He lived briefly and intensely, leaving a leadership template that is still relevant today,” he said. “He showed that patriotism is action.”</p>
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<p>Hasiya Mukhtar, sharing a personal recollection passed down from her father, who was a friend of Murtala, remembered his fondness for children. “He liked children; he used to carry me on his shoulders,” she said, painting a picture of a leader whose warmth complemented his fierce commitment to Nigeria.</p>
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