
The mother of former Nigerian President Umaru Yar’Adua has passed away at the age of 102. According to reliable sources, she died peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones.
She will be laid to rest tomorrow in Katsina at 1:00 p.m., and mourners have already begun gathering at the family residence to offer their condolences.
The late matriarch was a highly respected figure in the community, admired for her longevity and wisdom. Her son, Umaru Yar’Adua, served as Nigeria’s President from 2007 until his passing in 2010.
The family has announced that funeral rites will take place tomorrow, with friends, family, and dignitaries expected to attend to pay their respects to the elder stateswoman.