Hadiza Jega, the wife of former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chairman Attahiru Jega, has passed away. This tragic news has prompted an outpouring of condolences from various quarters, highlighting her significant impact and the loss felt by those who knew her.

The Janazah prayer for Hadiza Jega is scheduled to take place immediately after Zuhr at the National Mosque in Abuja on April 5, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. This event will serve as a gathering for family, friends, and associates to pay their final respects.

Bayero University, Kano, where Attahiru Jega currently serves as a professor of political science, confirmed the news of her passing in an official statement. The university expressed deep sorrow over the loss, stating, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un. With total submission to the will of Allah, we announce the passing of Hajiya Hadiza Attahiru Jega.”

Attahiru Jega, who served as INEC chairman from 2010 to 2015, is remembered for his contributions to Nigeria’s electoral process. His wife, Hadiza, was described by President Bola Tinubu as a woman of uncommon grace and character. In a heartfelt message, Tinubu expressed his condolences, stating, “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.”

Vice-President Kashim Shettima also attended the Janazah prayer, further emphasizing the high regard in which Hadiza Jega was held within the community. Shettima’s presence signifies the impact of her legacy and the respect afforded to the Jega family.

As the community mourns, many are reflecting on Hadiza Jega’s life and the contributions she made alongside her husband. Observers note that her passing is not just a loss for the Jega family but for all who valued her kindness and character.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding any further arrangements or tributes planned in her honor. However, it is clear that Hadiza Jega’s memory will live on through the lives she touched and the legacy she leaves behind.

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