Former President Shehu Shagari’s last surviving wife, Hajiya Sutura, passes on at 89

The family of the late former Nigerian President, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, has announced the passing of his last surviving wife, Hajiya Sutura Shehu Shagari.

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

According to the statement, Hajiya Sutura passed away at about 3 p.m. on Monday after a prolonged illness at the age of 89.

“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,” Bala Shagari stated.

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