President Bola Tinubu, through Vice President Kashim Shettima, has extended condolences to the family of former President Shehu Shagari following the death of his wife, Hajiya Sutura Shehu Shagari.
Describing her passing as a significant national loss, President Tinubu noted that Hajiya Sutura’s life exemplified humility, service, and dedication.
Vice President Shettima, who represented the President, prayed for Allah’s mercy on her soul and for her admission into Jannatul Firdaus. He also prayed for strength for the Shagari family, the government, and the people of Sokoto State in coping with the loss.
Shettima urged Nigerians to continue praying for peace and unity across the country, stressing the need for collective resilience in challenging times.
Responding on behalf of the family, Capt. Bala Shagari (rtd), the eldest son of the late former President and District Head of Shagari, expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the condolence visit and prayers. He also thanked Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu for covering their late mother’s medical expenses and for his ongoing support to the family.
Hajiya Sutura Shehu Shagari passed away last Monday.
