Categories: News

Shagari’s last surviving wife dies at 89

The last surviving wife of late President Shehu Shagari, Saratu Shehu Shagari, has been confirmed dead.

The family announced her death via a statement signed by the eldest son of the former president and Sarkin Mafaran Shagari, Capt. Bala Shagari, on Monday, November 10, 2025.

Shagari said Saratu died at about 3 p.m. on Monday after a prolonged illness at the age of 89.

Reps probe $4.6bn health grants from Global Fund, USAID

He stated: “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.

“Hajiya Saratu was an embodiment of grace, humility and quiet strength who lived a life by dignity.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

Recent Posts

Aircraft propeller kills Somali officer

A Somali police officer has been killed after a moving aircraft propeller struck his head…

37 minutes ago

UCL: Cunha’s brace ends Man United’s winless run against Roma

Manchester United roared back from 2-0 down to give beleaguered manager Michael Carrick a lifeline…

45 minutes ago

Trump suffers crushing blow as Democrats sweep US congress

Democrats won full control of the United States Congress in a sweeping midterm rout on…

51 minutes ago

Uber loses tax appeal, faces $81m bill in Australia

Uber has been ordered to pay $81m in payroll tax to Australia’s New South Wales…

1 hour ago

NYSC witness identifies four flaws in Nnaji’s certificate, says it is fake

A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) witness has told the Federal High Court in Abuja…

1 hour ago

State police: 28 assemblies approve bill as Tinubu’s assent looms

The proposed establishment of state police in Nigeria has moved closer to becoming law, with…

1 hour ago

This website uses cookies.