Hajiya Dada, the mother of the late Nigerian President Umaru Musa Yar’adua, has passed away at the age of 101. She died peacefully at her home in Katsina after a period of illness, the family disclosed on Monday, September 2, 2024.
Hajiya Dada was a respected matriarch whose life spanned over a century, witnessing significant moments in Nigeria’s history. Her son, Umaru Musa Yar’adua, served as Nigeria’s President from 2007 until his untimely death in 2010.
The passing of Hajiya Dada marks the end of an era for the Yar’adua family, who have been prominent figures in Nigeria’s political landscape for decades. Her funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family in the coming days.
