- He described her as “a woman of grace, humility
- Hajiya Saratu was widely respected for her modest lifestyle
- He passed away in December 2018 at the age of 93
The family of Nigeria’s former President, Alhaji Shehu Usman Aliyu Shagari, GCFR, has announced the passing of his last surviving wife, Hajiya Saratu Shehu Shagari, who died on Monday, November 10, 2025, at the age of 89.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the sad news was contained in a statement issued by the late president’s eldest son and Sarkin Mafaran Shagari, Captain Mohammed Bala Shagari (rtd), who confirmed that Hajiya Saratu passed away peacefully around 3:00 p.m. after a long illness.
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“With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Hajiya Saratu Shehu Shagari, the last surviving wife of former President Shehu Usman Aliyu Shagari, GCFR, Turakin Sokoto,” the statement read.
He described her as “a woman of grace, humility, and quiet strength who lived a life devoted to family and faith.” The family also noted that details of her burial arrangements would be communicated in due course.
Hajiya Saratu was widely respected for her modest lifestyle and unwavering support for her husband throughout his long public service career. She remained a pillar of strength to the Shagari family and an inspiration to those who knew her.
Her husband, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, served as Nigeria’s first Executive President from 1979 to 1983 under the platform of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN). His administration is remembered for introducing the Green Revolution, a major agricultural initiative aimed at improving food production and self-sufficiency.
President Shagari’s government was later overthrown in a military coup in December 1983, after which he retired from active politics. He passed away in December 2018 at the age of 93.
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