Ribadu Family in Mourning as NSA’s Mother Hajiya Aisha Mamma Dies at 86

The Ribadu family is in mourning following the death of Hajiya Aisha Mamma, mother of Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, at the age of 86.

Fondly known as Hajja Mamma, the late matriarch passed away on Monday morning, prompting tributes from political leaders, traditional rulers, and members of the public, who described her as a woman of uncommon wisdom, deep faith, and exemplary leadership. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

Hajiya Aisha was not only the mother of the NSA but also the mother of Sani Ribadu, Emir of Fufore in Adamawa State, making her a central figure in both public service and traditional leadership circles. Her nurturing role was widely acknowledged as foundational in shaping prominent leaders in the state.

One of the earliest high-profile visitors to the Ribadu family was Senator Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed, who paid a condolence visit shortly after the news of the death broke.

Senator Umar Binani described Hajiya Aisha as “a mother to all,” whose counsel and prayers extended beyond her immediate family to the wider community.

“We have lost a pillar of strength. Her life reflected patience, humility and devotion. While we mourn with the Emir and the NSA, we are comforted by the exemplary life she lived and the leaders she raised for Adamawa State and Nigeria,” Binani said.

Funeral rites were conducted in accordance with Islamic traditions, drawing a large turnout of mourners. Senior government officials, security chiefs, and traditional rulers from across the North-East converged to honour the late matriarch and express solidarity with the Ribadu family.

Hajiya Aisha was widely regarded as a stabilising influence within her family and community, credited by many for instilling values that shaped some of Nigeria’s prominent public figures.