Yar’Adua Matriarch’s Funeral.
The funeral for Hajiya Dada Habi Yar’Adua, the matriarch of the Yar’Adua family and mother of former Nigerian President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, took place on September 3, 2024, in Katsina State. Here are the key details:
- Date of Death: Hajiya Dada Yar’Adua passed away at the age of 102 on September 2, 2024.
- Funeral Ceremony: The funeral prayers were held at the family residence in Katsina, followed by her burial at Yammarina Sarki cemetery. The ceremony was marked by Islamic rites.
- Attendees: The funeral was attended by numerous dignitaries, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, the Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajuddeen Abbas, and the National Security Adviser, among others. Political figures like Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party in the 2023 election, and his running mate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, were also present.
- Condolences: Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Radda, visited the Yar’Adua family to offer condolences, praising Hajiya Dada for her exemplary life and contributions. President Bola Tinubu also expressed the nation’s grief over her passing, describing her as a colossus and an iconic woman.
- Significance: Hajiya Dada Yar’Adua was not only remembered for being the mother of a president but also for her role in nurturing a family that significantly influenced Nigerian politics, with her children and grandchildren holding high offices.
This event was not just a family affair but a significant moment of national mourning, reflecting on the legacy of the Yar’Adua family in Nigerian history.
