The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, on Sunday afternoon in a clinic in London.
Condolence messages have been sent by Nigerian Leaders, Organizations and Individuals. Read below
Governor Yusuf Pays Tribute to Late President Buhari, Describes Him as a Symbol of Patriotism
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has expressed profound shock and sadness over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a towering figure whose life embodied discipline, integrity, and unwavering love for Nigeria.
In a condolence message, Governor Yusuf paid glowing tribute to the late President’s life of service, noting that both as a military ruler and as a democratically elected leader, Buhari dedicated himself to the unity, stability, and progress of the nation.
“President Muhammadu Buhari devoted his entire life to serving our dear country with courage and sincerity,” Governor Yusuf said.
“His steadfastness, simplicity, and commitment to the welfare of ordinary Nigerians will continue to inspire generations.”
The Governor extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the late President, the government and people of Katsina State, and indeed all Nigerians who are mourning this monumental loss.
He prayed that the Almighty Allah forgive the late President’s shortcomings, grant him eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus, and give the nation the strength to bear this great loss.
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GENERAL BABANGIDA PAYS TRIBUTES TO MUHAMMADU BUHARI
Former Nigerian Head Of State General Ibrahim Babangida has paid a glowing tribute to the late former President Mohammadu Buhari describing him as a patriot.
A statement personally signed by General Babangida says “it is with a deeply heavy heart that I received the news of the passing of my friend, my brother, my course mate, and a fellow soldier in the journey of nationhood — President Muhammadu Buhari.”
It adds, Our paths crossed in 1962 when we both joined the Nigerian Military Training College in Kaduna. From those early days, Muhammadu stood out — quiet yet resolute, principled yet humble, deeply patriotic and fiercely loyal to Nigeria.
Through the years, we shared trenches and trials, dreams and disappointments, victories and moments of reflection.
Our bond was forged not only by military training, but by a shared commitment to the ideals of service, discipline, and love for the country.
In the course of our long careers, fate placed both of us in leadership at different times, and in very different circumstances. But in all, Buhari remained consistent in his belief in integrity, order, and the dignity of public office. He served Nigeria with a deep sense of responsibility and unwavering commitment, even when the road was lonely or misunderstood.
Beyond the uniform and the public glare, I knew him as a deeply spiritual man, a man who found solace in faith, and who carried himself with the humility of someone who believed in a higher calling. We may not have agreed on everything — as brothers often don’t — but I never once doubted his sincerity or his patriotism.
His passing is not just the loss of a former Head of State, or a two-term civilian President. It is the loss of a symbol — a man whose life embodied the transition of Nigeria from the old guard to the new republic. A man who, even in retirement, remained a moral compass to many, and an example of modesty in public life.
To his beloved wife Aisha, his children, grandchildren, and the nation he loved and served — I extend my deepest condolences. May Allah (SWT), in His infinite mercy, forgive his shortcomings, accept his deeds, and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus.
May his legacy endure. He concludes.
VP Shettima Mourns Ex-President Buhari, Says Nigeria Has Lost One Of Its Greatest Leaders Of All Time
The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, saying Nigeria has lost one of its greatest leaders of all time.
He described the death of the former Nigerian leader, who died on Sunday at a clinic in the United Kingdom at the age of 82, as the biggest loss Nigeria has ever incurred in recent times.
In a condolence message on Sunday, the Vice President who recently travelled to London to pay the late Buhari a visit at the behest of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, regretted that the former President eventually succumbed to the cold hands of death when he was being expected to recover soon, noting that the loss is “too cruel than terms could give out.”
“It is a black Sunday in Nigeria! My heart is overwhelmed by grief, as the nation mourns one of its greatest leaders of all time, His Excellency, former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR. This loss is too cruel than terms could give out – coming at a time I was anticipating his quick recovery after visiting him at the hospital in the United Kingdom,” VP Shettima mourned.
The Vice President said while “great leaders like the late Buhari are very rare to come by in a lifetime,” his legacies as “an archetypal public servant, having served in several positions in the military before ascending the highest office in the land as Head of State, and civilian President after two decades, will continue to serve as a leading light for future leaders to follow.
“The late Pa Buhari dedicated his active years to serving Nigeria and the people. He was a true democrat in all senses of the word, and his loyalty to his country, uncompromising stance on unity and vision for a greater Nigeria contributed in no small measure to keeping the nation as one. Indeed, he lived a life that transcended the ordinary—a life of selflessness, a life defined by bravery in the face of adversity and integrity in public service,” Senator Shettima added.
The VP expressed deep condolences to the Buhari family, the government and people of Katsina State, as well as the Nigerian government and Nigerians, urging them to find solace in the fact that “the former Nigerian leader will continue to live amongst us through his legacies already engraved in the very fabric of the Nigerian State.”
APC NWC PAYS TRIBUTE TO LATE FORMER PRESIDENT MOHAMMED BUHARI
The All Progressives Congress says, it is shocked and deeply saddened by the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, adding that, Nigeria has lost an enigmatic leader, elder-statesman, and exemplary patriot whose life of resilience, discipline and integrity will remain evergreen in the hearts of future generations.
In a statement signed by its national publicity secretary Felix Morka says, Buhari led a simple but exceptional life of service to the nation. From his tenure as Chairman of Petroleum Trust Fund (PTF) to his service as a military Head of State, and a two-term President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
The Party salutes his courage as. A true party man whose persistent struggles under different platforms defide the strength of the ruling party as it were and prays God to comfort his immediate family, the nation and president Bola Ahmed Tinubu and grant his soul eternal rest
ATIKU MOURNS FORMER PRESIDENT MOHAMMED BUHARI
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar says he is deeply saddened by the news of the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, a man whose life was defined by unflinching patriotism, stoic discipline, and a lifelong commitment to the sovereignty and unity of the nation.
Atiku in a statement issued in Abuja emphasized that President Buhari was not just a former Head of State, but a symbol of Nigeria’s resilience.
His death is not just a loss to his immediate family and the people of Daura, it is a profound national tragedy.
Nigeria has lost a statesman who bore the burdens of leadership in both turbulent and triumphant times and whose legacy will be remembered for generations to come, he re-emphasized.
U.S. Condoles with Nigeria
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria extends its condolences to the people of Nigeria on the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
In a statement, the Mission describes the late leader as someone whose life was defined by service, discipline, and a commitment to restoring integrity to public office.
The statement notes that Buhari’s legacy includes his efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
“Our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and all Nigerians who mourn this loss.”
PROGRESSIVE GOVERNORS FORUM MOURNS FORMER PRESIDENT MOHAMMED BUHARI
The Progressive Governors Forum has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, and commiserated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigerian people, and the immediate family of the late President
In a condolence message signed by the Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, the governors said they received the news of former President Buhari’s passing with profound shock and sadness, describing it as a monumental loss not just to his immediate family, but to the nation at large.
Hope Uzodimma said, the late President as an unparalleled patriot who, after a distinguished career in the military, returned through democratic means to continue serving the country with honour and commitment.
PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU ON THE PASSING OF FORMER PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI, GCFR
It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that I received the news of the passing of His Excellency, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (Rtd), GCFR, my predecessor, who departed this life today, Sunday, July 13, 2025, at a hospital in the United Kingdom.
According to a statement by Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President, information and Strategy,
“President Buhari was to the very core, a patriot, a soldier, a statesman. His legacy of service and sacrifice endures. He served Nigeria with unwavering dedication, first as a military leader from January 1984 to August 1985, and later as a democratically elected President from 2015 to 2023. Duty, honour, and a deep commitment to the unity and progress of our nation defined his life.”
He stood firm through the most turbulent times, leading with quiet strength, profound integrity, and an unshakable belief in Nigeria’s potential. He championed discipline in public service, confronted corruption head-on, and placed the country above personal interest at every turn.
In this moment of national mourning, I extend my deepest condolences to his beloved wife, Aisha, with whom I have been in constant touch, his children, the entire Buhari family, and all who knew and loved him.
I also extend my condolences to the government and people of Katsina State, most especially the people and traditional leaders of Daura Emirate.
We honour his service. We reflect on his legacy. And we pray for the peaceful repose of his soul.
As a mark of respect to our former leader, I have directed that all national flags fly at half-staff across the country for seven days from today.
I have also summoned an emergency Federal Executive Council session on Tuesday, dedicated to his honour.
The Federal Government will accord President Buhari full state honours befitting his towering contributions to our country.
May Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus.
And may his life continue to inspire generations of Nigerians to serve with courage, conviction, and selflessness.
PRESIDENT TINUBU ANNOUNCES PRESIDENT BUHARI’S PASSING; DIRECTS VP SHETTIMA AND CHIEF OF STAFF GBAJABIAMILA TO THE UK TO ACCOMPANY BODY BACK HOME
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.
President Buhari died on Sunday in London at about 4.30 pm following a prolonged illness.
A statement by Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President,
Information & Strategy, says President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences.
It adds, President Tinubu has also directed Vice President Kashim Shettima and Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila to the UK to accompany body back to Nigeria.
Former President Buhari was twice elected Nigeria’s President in 2015 and 2019.
He also served as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985.
President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-mast as a mark of respect for the departed leader.
