Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, former Vice President of Nigeria, has recently honored the legacy of Hajia Dada Yar’Adua, highlighting her remarkable embodiment of grace, dignity, and fortitude.
During a recent visit, Prof. Osinbajo reflected on the life of Hajia Dada Yar’Adua, the widow of the late Musa Yar’Adua, who served as Minister of Lagos Affairs in the First Republic. Hajia Dada Yar’Adua’s exceptional legacy includes being the mother of nine children, with three achieving prominent positions: one as President of Nigeria, another as Vice President, and a third as a serving Senator. Her role as both wife and mother to such influential figures in Nigerian history is unmatched.
Hajia Dada Yar’Adua’s life was marked by both profound honor and significant personal loss. She endured the deaths of five of her children, including the former President and Vice President, yet remained steadfast and resilient. Prof. Osinbajo shared his admiration for her strength, noting their affectionate relationship. Hajia Dada Yar’Adua would frequently ask her daughter Hafsat to contact him for conversations, a gesture that spoke to her noble spirit.
In his tribute, Prof. Osinbajo recalled their first meeting, where Hajia Dada Yar’Adua expressed pride in her children’s service and had no regrets about their contributions, despite their untimely deaths. When asked about the secret to her longevity, she offered a simple yet profound piece of advice: “If you eat well, sleep well, and don’t bear grudges, you will live long.” Her gentle demeanor carried a weight of wisdom and grace.
Prof. Osinbajo also noted his admiration for women like Hajia Dada Yar’Adua, who support their spouses in high public office often from the shadows, facing public scrutiny while maintaining their composure. As the oldest member of this distinguished group, Hajia Dada Yar’Adua epitomized these qualities with unmatched grace and fortitude.
Prof. Osinbajo’s reflection on Hajia Dada Yar’Adua’s life serves as a poignant reminder of her indelible impact on Nigerian society and her enduring legacy of dignity and resilience.
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