Nuhu Ribadu has dismissed as false and misleading an online publication claiming that his mother passed away on Monday, 19 January 2026.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, Ribadu said he had been inundated with calls and messages from friends and associates following the report, which he described as inaccurate.
“While I sincerely appreciate everyone who reached out to commiserate with me, it is important to set the record straight,” Ribadu said. “The publication is false and misleading. My mother of blessed memory passed away 28 years ago and therefore could not have died on Monday.”
He clarified that the person who died on Monday was Hajja Mamma Sulaiman Ribadu, the wife of his late uncle.
Ribadu offered prayers for the deceased, saying: “May Allah SWT forgive her shortcomings, bless her soul, and grant her Aljannat Firdaus.”
He also expressed gratitude to those who have supported the family during the period of mourning. “We are deeply grateful to everyone who has stood by our family during this loss. May Allah SWT reward you all abundantly,” he added.
