HAJIYA HADIZA JEGA: TINUBU PAYS TRIBUTE TO FORMER INEC CHAIRMAN’S WIFE
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By: Balogun Ibrahim
President Bola Tinubu has expressed his heartfelt condolences to former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, following the death of his wife, Hajiya Hadiza Jega.
The message of sympathy was delivered by Vice President Kashim Shettima, who attended the Janazah prayer for the late Hajiya Hadiza at the National Mosque, Abuja, on Sunday.
In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described Hadiza as a woman of “uncommon grace and character” and a steadfast supporter of her husband throughout his public service career. The President also commended her contributions to education and community development.
“Dear Professor Jega, it is with a heavy heart that I receive the news of the passing of your beloved wife of over 40 years. Hajiya was an exceptional woman. I mourn this painful loss with you and your family and pray that God Almighty grant her Aljannatul Firdaus. I stand with you and your family at this difficult time,” Tinubu said.
The Media had earlier reported that Bayero University, Kano (BUK), where Professor Jega once served as Vice-Chancellor, announced her passing. The university stated that her Janazah prayer would take place immediately after Zuhr at the National Mosque, Abuja, on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
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