The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has expressed his deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences over the passing of Hajiya Dada Yar’adua, the beloved mother of the late former President, Alhaji Umaru Musa Yar’adua.
In a solemn statement today, Governor Fintiri said, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. On behalf of the government and people of Adamawa State, I extend our deepest condolences to the Yar’adua family and the entire people of Katsina State on the passing of Hajiya Dada Yar’adua, the beloved mother of our late former President, Alhaji Umaru Musa Yar’adua.”
He added, “May Allah (SWT) grant her eternal peace and Al Jannah Firdaus, and may He continue to strengthen and comfort her family and all who mourn her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
The Governor’s message reflects the profound respect and admiration the people of Adamawa State have for the Yar’adua family, particularly for the legacy of the late former President, who served Nigeria with distinction.
The passing of Hajiya Dada Yar’adua has been met with widespread grief across the country, as she was not only a mother to a former leader but also a respected figure in her own right. The Governor’s words offer a poignant reminder of the deep bonds that unite Nigerians in times of sorrow and mourning.