The popular Kannywood actress passed away on May 2, 2018, at the Aminu Kano teaching hospital in Kano, after a brief illness.
Her death was confirmed by fellow Kannywood actor, Ali Nuhu, in a tribute posted on his Instagram page.
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About Hauwa Maina
Born
in Kaduna State, the late actress was a native of Biu in Borno State.
She completed her primary school education in Geidam, Yobe State, and
her secondary school education in Nguru, Yobe State.
She got a National Diploma in Management from Kaduna State Polytechnic.
Maina was popular for her roles in movies such as 'Queen Amina' and 'Bayajida'.
Maryam Bukar Hassan with her mother, Hauwa Maina, one of Kannywood’s most prominent actresses
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In 2007, she won the Afro-Nollywood best actress award, and in 2010, the SIM best actress award.
Maina is survived by a daughter Maryam Bukar Hassan, who is a famous poet.
May her soul rest in peace.
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