Bayero University, Kano (BUK), mourns Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega, wife of former INEC Chairman Professor Attahiru Jega. The university confirmed her passing in a heartfelt statement.
Professor Attahiru Jega, renowned election umpire and ex-BUK Vice-Chancellor, receives nationwide condolences. Hajiya Hadiza supported his stellar career in academia and national service quietly.
BUK Hails Hajiya Hadiza’s Education, Community Contributions
BUK praised her enduring contributions to education and community.
Flags fly at half-mast; prayers scheduled across Kano for her peaceful repose.
Tributes pour in from political leaders, academics, honoring her grace. Family requests privacy amid grief; legacy of dignity lives on eternally.
According to reports, Bayero University, Kano (BUK), announced the passing of Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega.
She was the wife of former Vice-Chancellor and INEC Chairman Professor Attahiru Jega.
BUK Offers Condolences, Celebrates Hajiya Hadiza’s Legacy
The university expressed deep condolences to the family, friends, and the nation. Hajiya Hadiza’s legacy of grace and support endures in academic and public service circles.
BUK did not disclose the cause of death but offered prayers and condolences to the family.
Bayero University, Kano (BUK), announced Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega’s Janazah prayer today.
It follows immediately after Zuhr at the National Mosque, Abuja, Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Janazah Honors Ex-INEC Chair Jega’s Wife
The solemn event honors the wife of ex-INEC Chairman Professor Attahiru Jega. Family, dignitaries, and well-wishers gather for prayers and final respects.
Public urged to attend, embodying Islamic traditions of communal farewell.
Security ensures smooth proceedings at the iconic mosque amid national mourning.
Bayero University, Kano (BUK), offered fervent prayers for Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega.
They implored Allah to forgive her shortcomings and grant eternal rest in paradise.
BUK Invokes Rahmah for Hajiya Hadiza’s Soul
In their statement, BUK invoked rahmah for the departed soul.
May the Almighty envelop her in boundless mercy, easing her journey to the hereafter.
The community stands in solidarity with Prof. Attahiru Jega’s family.
Collective supplications seek divine comfort amid profound grief and irreplaceable loss.
