Ex-President Shehu Shagari’s wife dead

The family of former President Shehu Shagari has announced the death of his last surviving wife, Hajiya Saratu Shehu Shagari, who passed away aged 89.

The announcement was made in a statement issued by Capt. Bala Shagari, the late President’s eldest son and Sarkin Mafaran Shagari.

According to the statement, Hajiya Saratu died around 3 pm on Monday after a long illness.

“With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Hajiya Saratu Shagari, the last surviving wife of former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, GCFR, Turakin Sokoto,” the statement read.

Capt. Bala Shagari described her as “an embodiment of grace, humility, and quiet strength, who lived a life of dignity.”