Former Nigerian leader Olusegun Obasanjo conveyed deep grief following the passing of Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday afternoon. The elder statesman praised his deceased colleague for fulfilling diverse leadership responsibilities throughout multiple phases of public service. Obasanjo emphasized that Buhari effectively executed duties across military, administrative, and diplomatic capacities during his career. The former president highlighted how the late leader demonstrated competence in each distinct role he assumed. Medical reports confirmed that Buhari passed away at 4:30 pm in a London medical facility after battling an extended illness.
Obasanjo characterized the timing of this loss as particularly unfortunate for Nigeria's current...
President Bola Tinubu has called for an urgent Federal Executive Council gathering following the death of his predecessor. The Tuesday meeting will focus entirely on honoring former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died Sunday while receiving medical care at a London facility. Tinubu issued the directive through a personally signed statement that outlined plans for the special session. The current president announced that the Federal Government would provide complete state recognition befitting Buhari's significant national contributions. Medical officials have not disclosed the specific illness that led to the former leader's passing.
The emergency council session represents an unprecedented tribute to the deceased statesman. Tinubu...
Progressive governors across Nigeria mourned the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari through an official statement released Sunday. Hope Uzodinma, who chairs the forum and governs Imo State, personally authored the condolence message that reached President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and grieving citizens. Declan Mbadiwe Emelumba, serving as Imo State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, distributed the statement to media representatives in Owerri. The governors characterized their reaction to the former leader's death as one of profound shock and overwhelming sadness. This development represents what officials described as a monumental loss affecting both the deceased president's relatives and the broader Nigerian population...
The Coalition of United Political Parties issued a statement responding to former President Muhammadu Buhari's death through National Secretary Chief Peter Ameh. CUPP acknowledged the universal nature of mortality while expressing deep sadness about the former leader's passing. The coalition recognized Buhari's dual roles as Military Head of State between 1983 and 1985 and his subsequent eight-year presidency from 2015 to 2023. Political opposition did not prevent the organization from acknowledging his dedicated service to Nigeria throughout various leadership challenges. CUPP emphasized that Buhari's tenure remains an integral component of the nation's governmental history.
The coalition extended sympathy to grieving family members...
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State conveyed profound grief following former President Muhammadu Buhari's passing. The state leader praised the deceased commander-in-chief as an exceptional leader who demonstrated remarkable discipline and moral character throughout his career. Yusuf emphasized Buhari's profound dedication to Nigeria's welfare across multiple decades of public service. The governor's official statement highlighted the former president's unwavering patriotism and commitment to national development. Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor's spokesperson, released the commemorative message on behalf of the state administration.
The Kano executive recognized Buhari's dual legacy spanning both military leadership and...
The African Democratic Congress expressed condolences following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari through an official statement. Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party's National Publicity Secretary, signed the correspondence that conveyed the organization's sympathies. The political party acknowledged Buhari's significant contributions to Nigerian governance throughout his career. His leadership roles as both military ruler and civilian president shaped the nation's political landscape over several decades. The ADC emphasized his status as an elder-statesman who demonstrated unwavering patriotism.
Party officials characterized the deceased leader as an exceptional figure who embodied crucial virtues throughout his public...
Femi Adesina defended the integrity of deceased former President Muhammadu Buhari during a television appearance on News Central. The former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity emphasized that corruption allegations never touched his late principal throughout their professional relationship. Adesina characterized Buhari as completely honest and free from any financial impropriety during his tenure. The media adviser stressed that no person could legitimately challenge the former president's ethical record. He described Buhari's character as exemplary for future political leaders.
The former spokesperson expressed deep sorrow following Buhari's death at a London medical facility on Sunday. Adesina revealed that their professional...
Former lawmaker Shehu Sani has urged Nigerians to refrain from criticizing the deceased former President Muhammadu Buhari following his passing on Sunday in London. Mixed reactions continue to emerge across Nigeria after news of Buhari's death spread throughout the country. Several political leaders have offered tributes to the former Nigerian head of state during this period of national mourning. A significant portion of citizens have expressed harsh criticism directed at the late president's administration. Some Nigerians have voiced displeasure regarding a former head of state dying abroad due to inadequate healthcare infrastructure within Nigeria.
Activist Omoyele Sowore described Buhari's legacy as terrible and characterized the...
Former presidential aide Garba Shehu spilled secrets about dramatic changes he witnessed in ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. The longtime spokesperson served his boss from 2015 through 2023 before Bola Ahmed Tinubu took power. Shehu watched Buhari transform completely after returning from his marathon 104-day medical journey to London. The former leader came back recharged and displayed a totally different approach to running the country. His work habits shifted dramatically compared to his pre-illness routine.
Buhari had been a workaholic who devoured every document that crossed his desk before getting sick. The former president would burn the midnight oil regularly while handling presidential duties. His medical treatment abroad...
