Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, is mourning the death of her mother, Hajiya Fatima Binta Ladi Musa Musawa. Hajiya Fatima passed away on June 13, 2026, following a short illness, as confirmed in a statement released Saturday. Born on August 15, 1955, in Gusau, she was a respected figure within her community. Details regarding funeral arrangements have not yet been publicly released. The news was initially reported by Vanguard News, a Nigerian publication. This loss marks a period of mourning for the Minister and her family.