Umar Yar’adua

Umaru Musa Yar'adua was a Nigerian politician who served as the President of Nigeria from 2007 until his death in 2010. A member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), he was previously the Governor of Katsina State. Yar'adua's presidency was marked by efforts to address corruption, improve the power sector, and engage in peace talks in the Niger Delta region. His tenure was also notable for his health issues, which ultimately led to his passing while in office, and he is remembered for his commitment to democratic governance.