Tinubu expresses condolences to Prof. Jega, family over wife’s passing

*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu sends condolences to Prof. Attahiru Jega and his family, describing late Hajiya Hadiza as a woman of uncommon grace, character, and strong anchor for him as he navigated public life, including serving as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, in Nigeria

Alexander Davis | ConsumerConnect

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has condoled with Prof. Attahiru Jega, ex-Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Special Adviser to the President on Livestock Development, on the passing of his wife Hajiya Hadiza Jega.

The Federal Government said Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who attended the Janazah prayer for late Hadiza Jega, at the National Mosque, Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Abuja, FCT, conveyed the President’s condolences to Professor Jega and his family.

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Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a statement Sunday, said President Tinubu described Hajiya Hadiza as a woman of uncommon grace, character, and a strong anchor for Professor Jega as he navigated public life, including serving as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

President Tinubu extolled the deceased’s support for education and community development.

The Nigerian leader also stated: “Dear Professor Jega, it is with a heavy heart that I receive the news of the passing of your beloved wife of over 40 years.

“Hajiya was an exceptional woman. I mourn this painful loss with you and your family and pray that God Almighty grant her Aljannatul Firdaus.

“I stand with you and your family at this difficult time.”