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Prominent Nigerian Leaders Attend Funeral Of Hajia Aya Dada Yar’adua (Photos)
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Katsina State played host to a gathering of prominent Nigerian leaders as they converged to pay their last respects to Hajia Aya Dada Yar’Adua, mother of former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. The funeral ceremony, held today was attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi.
The leaders put aside political differences to honor the late matriarch, who was remembered for her kindness, compassion, and dedication to family and community. The ceremony was a testament to the respect and admiration she commanded across party lines and ideological divides.
In a show of solidarity, the dignitaries joined the Yar’Adua family, friends, and well-wishers to bid farewell to a remarkable woman whose legacy will live on. The event was marked by eulogies, prayers, and reflections on Hajia Yar’Adua’s life and contributions to society.
The attendance of these prominent leaders underscores the significance of the occasion and the esteem in which Hajia Yar’Adua was held. As they paid their respects, they demonstrated that even in times of political differences, respect, and empathy can bring people together
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