Ex-senate president Bukola Saraki loses mother

With profound sadness and total submission to the will of Almighty God, I announce the passing of my beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and matriarch, Chief Mrs. Florence Morenike Saraki, who peacefully transitioned today, Tuesday, June 18th, 2024.

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— Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki (@bukolasaraki) June 18, 2024

Former President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki, has lost his mother, Florence.

Florence died on Tuesday at the age of 89.

Saraki confirmed his mother’s death in a statement shared on his social media handles.

The statement read, “With profound sadness and total submission to the will of Almighty God, I announce the passing of my beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and matriarch, Chief Mrs. Florence Morenike Saraki, who peacefully transitioned today, Tuesday, June 18, 2024.

“Details regarding funeral arrangements will be shared in due course. We appreciate your love, prayers, and support as we mourn Mama’s passing.”