The family of former President Shehu Shagari has announced the passing of his last surviving wife, Hajiya Saratu Shehu Shagari, at the age of 89.
The announcement was made in a statement signed by the eldest son of the late President and Sarkin Mafaran Shagari, Capt. Bala Shagari.
According to the statement, Hajiya Saratu passed away at about 3 p.m. on Monday after a prolonged 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.”