Tinubu hails HID Awolowo as ‘pillar of courage and dignity’ ten years after passing
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to the late matriarch of the Awolowo family, Chief (Mrs.) Hannah Idowu Dideolu (HID) Awolowo, describing her as a “pillar of courage and dignity” whose legacy continues to inspire Nigerians a decade after her passing.
In a statement posted on his official X handle on Friday, the President said Mama Awolowo’s memory remains “fresh with deep respect in the heart of our nation,” adding that her life of service and sacrifice is a guiding light for generations.
Tinubu praised her resilience and devotion to national ideals, recalling how she stood by her husband, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, “through trials and triumphs, carrying his legacy forward with grace and courage.”
“Mama Awolowo was more than a wife and mother; she became a mother not only to her family but also a guiding light for generations of Nigerians who drew inspiration from her example,” the President said.
According to him, Mama Awolowo showed Nigerians what it means “to live with faith, discipline, and love for country.”
“As we remember her today, we celebrate a life of service and sacrifice that continues to inspire us as we work together to build a just, united, and prosperous Nigeria. May your legacy continue to live on, Mama Awolowo,” Tinubu concluded.
