BREAKING: Late president Yar’adua’s Mother dies at 102

Hajiya Dada, the mother of the late President Umaru Musa Yar’adua, has passed away.

It was learnt that she died around 7pm on Monday at home.

The family announced that the deceased will be laid to rest on Tuesday in Katsina as sympathisers have already begun to gather at the family residence to offer their condolences.

The late matriarch was a respected figure in the community, and her longevity and wisdom earned her admiration from many.

Her son, Umaru Yar’adua, served as President of Nigeria from 2007 until his passing in 2010.