Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa has opened up about her former marriage to BUA Group chairman Abdul Samad Rabiu, describing it as a meaningful and life-shaping experience.
In a conversation on the MIC On Podcast with Channels Television journalist Seun Okinbaloye, Musawa reflected on her bond with Rabiu, saying their connection has remained strong despite their separation.
She explained that their relationship has evolved into one grounded in family ties, mutual respect, and continued support.
Musawa shared that although they are no longer married, they remain close and involved in each other’s lives.
She also pointed out the lasting connection between their families, noting that her daughter, Khadija, was named after Rabiu’s grandmother, showing the enduring link between them.
The minister described her time with Rabiu as one of the most memorable periods of her life.
She stated that there is no bitterness between them and that she will continue to support him in his endeavors, maintaining respect and care for their shared history.
She said: “We love each other because you love your family, obviously. But Samad is my brother. He’s my family. That’s what he is. And I’m his sister and his family, too. The marriage of the greatest experiences I’ve ever had.
“He is my ex-husband, but we are still family. We juggle coming from a background where, once you’re joined together, you continue to participate in each other’s lives. And so, we were married, and now we are just family.
“My daughter Khadija was named after Samad’s grandmother.
“We continue to share a deep respect and a love, and more than anything, support for each other. I’ll continue to be his greatest cheerleader.”
Abdul Samad Rabiu leads BUA Group, a Nigerian conglomerate with investments in cement, sugar, and other industries, and is regarded as one of the country’s leading business figures.
