Nazim’s driver dies unexpectedly

Sergeant Mohamed Riffath from B. Thulhaadhoo – who worked as a driver for imprisoned former Defense Minister Colonel (Retired) Mohamed Nazim – passed away unexpectedly on Friday night.

Riffath passed away en route to Addu City Hithadhoo Regional Hospital after complaining of sudden chest pain after he completed Isha prayers on Friday.

An official from Hithadhoo Regional Hospital confirmed that Riffath had been dead when he was taken to the hospital.

He was treated at Feydhoo Health Center before being taken to Hithadhoo.

Riffath’s body has now been transported to Male’ City.

His body will be buried at Asahara after noon prayer on Saturday.