Assistant Head Teacher of LEA Primary School Dies Unexpectedly in His Sleep
- Salihu Mohammed Aliyu, an assistant head teacher at LEA Primary School in Naharati, Abaji, Abuja, has died unexpectedly in his sleep
- The late educator was described as hale and hearty before retiring to bed, where he was later found unresponsive by his wife
- His passing has drawn heartfelt condolences from the Nigeria Union of Teachers and the wider Abaji community
The assistant head teacher of the Local Education Authority (LEA) primary school at Naharati Tsoho in Abaji Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Salihu Mohammed Aliyu, has died in his sleep at his residence, according to family sources.
Alhaji Mohammed Dan Masani, elder brother to the deceased and chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the area, told journalists on Saturday, October 11, 2025, that his younger brother passed away around 12.32 am on Friday.
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He explained that Salihu had been conversing with one of his wives in the bedroom parlour before retiring to bed, but tragically did not wake up.
“In fact, my late young brother was believed to be hale and hearty throughout that day,” Dan Masani said.
“He was meeting with one of his wives as they both sat at the parlour discussing until around 12:32 am when he retired to bed and couldn’t wake up again,” he added.
According to Dan Masani, it was the deceased’s wife who discovered his lifeless body after returning to check on him.
She immediately raised an alarm, prompting the family to rush him to the General Hospital, where doctors confirmed him dead.
Islamic burial and family condolences
The late educator was laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites. He is survived by two wives and twelve children.
In a show of solidarity, Comrade Abdullahi Mohammed Shafas, chairman of the FCT wing of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), visited the bereaved family in Naharati on Saturday. Shafas expressed deep sorrow over the sudden loss and offered prayers for the deceased’s soul.
He described Salihu Mohammed Aliyu as “a hardworking and committed class teacher” and prayed for Allah to grant the family the strength to bear the irreplaceable loss.
The passing of Salihu has left a void in the local education community, where he was known for his dedication and service.
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The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) is a professional organisation representing educators across Nigeria’s primary and secondary school sectors.
Established to advocate for teachers’ welfare, rights, and professional development, the union plays a vital role in shaping education policy and promoting quality teaching standards nationwide. It engages with government bodies to negotiate better working conditions, salaries, and training opportunities for its members.
The NUT also provides a platform for teachers to voice concerns and contribute to national discourse on education reform. Through its state and local chapters, the union remains a key stakeholder in Nigeria’s educational advancement and teacher empowerment.
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