Ibrahim Yar'Adua, the son of Nigeria's late former President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua, has entered a new chapter in his personal life by taking a third wife. The development, confirmed in early 2026, continues a marital journey that has consistently captured public interest due to his prominent family background.
A Private Ceremony for the Latest Union
The marriage to his new wife, identified as Faiza, was conducted with a preference for privacy, in line with the family's approach to personal events. Details of the wedding ceremony were kept largely out of the public eye, with only minimal information shared. This union arrives two years after his second marriage in late 2023 to Amira, the daughter of Muhammad Babandede, a former Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS).
Ibrahim Yar'Adua's Marital Timeline
Ibrahim Yar'Adua's path to polygamy began in 2018 when he first married Saratu Sodangi, a legal professional. His second marriage to Amira Babandede in 2023 drew significant attention, linking the political family with the country's security architecture. With the latest addition in 2026, his family now comprises three wives: Saratu Sodangi (2018), Amira Babandede (2023), and Faiza (2026).
The news has sparked a fresh wave of discussions online, with netizens sharing diverse opinions on social media platforms. Reactions have ranged from congratulations to critiques of polygamous practices among Nigeria's elite.
Public Reaction and Broader Family Events
The development follows another recent wedding in the Yar'Adua family, where Shehu Yar'Adua, another son of the late president, married Yacine. That event was attended by high-profile dignitaries including former President Goodluck Jonathan and Aisha Buhari, the wife of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
As the son of a former head of state, Ibrahim Yar'Adua's life choices, particularly regarding marriage, are often viewed through a lens of public scrutiny. The latest event ensures that the Yar'Adua name remains a topic of conversation in Nigeria's social and entertainment spheres.
