Mama Saratu Yakubu Tukur, the mother of the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Yakubu Dogara, has passed away at the age of 103 years.
Dogara announced his mother’s death in a statement that he signed on behalf of the family, which he made available to journalists in Bauchi on Friday night.
He said, “It is with utmost gratitude and complete submission to the will of God Almighty that we announce the transition to glory of our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Mama Saratu Yakubu Tukur, which occurred today, Friday, December 22, 2023, at the age of 103 years.”
“We are comforted by the fact that our matriarch lived a life of total commitment, dedication, and service to God and humanity.”
Dogara further mentioned that funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.
