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The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, 15 July, 2025, as a public holiday in honour of the late former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari.
According to a statement released by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani, the holiday is furtherance to the seven days of national mourning declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The statement said the Honourable Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, following the approval of His Excellency, President Tinubu.
The Minister stated that the holiday is a mark of respect for the late President’s service to the nation, his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey, and his enduring legacy in governance and national development.
“President Muhammadu Buhari served Nigeria with dedication, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the unity and progress of our great nation. This public holiday provides an opportunity for all Nigerians to reflect on his life, leadership, and the values he upheld,” the Minister said.
He urged citizens to use the day to honour the late President’s memory by promoting peace, patriotism, and national cohesion, in line with his vision for a prosperous and united Nigeria.
As earlier announced, the National flags are to fly at half mast for the seven days of mourning period from Sunday 13th July, 2025.
The Federal Government extends its deepest condolences to the family of the late President, the people of Katsina State, and all Nigerians, while praying for the peaceful repose of his soul.
Earlier on Monday, Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, announced the burial arrangements for the from Nigerian President, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in a hospital in London.
At a press briefing, the Katsina governor said following consultations with the late president’s family and close associates in London, it has been agreed that the remains of the former leader would arrive in Katsina on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, by noon.
He disclosed that the burial would take place in Daura, the hometown of the late president, by 2pm on the same day.
Meanwhile, the National Assembly has suspended legislative activities in the Senate and the House of Representatives until Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
The postponement of plenary in both legislative chambers was announced by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, in a statement on Monday.
According to Ogunlana, the suspension of plenary was to honour former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in London, United Kingdom.
“In honour of his legacy and service to the nation, I am directed by the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to inform all members of the National Assembly and the general public that all
“All members of the National Assembly are urged to reschedule their engagements to enable full participation in the burial activities of the late President,” the statement read.
The leadership of both chambers extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Nigeria, Katsina State, his wife Aisha, children and the entire Buhari family.
“President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity & his integrity,” Ogunlana stated.
Buhari, who hailed from Daura, Katsina State, in Nigeria’s North-West zone served as the country’s military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985.
He was later elected Nigeria’s president from May 29, 2015 to May 29, 2023.
Condolences
Buhari’s Wisdom Stood Out, Indian PM Mourns Ex-Nigerian Leader
Condolences have started pouring in from parts of the world over the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari with the latest being from the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi.
In a Monday post on X (formerly Twitter), Modi lionised the wisdom and commitment of the late ex-president to India-Nigeria relationship during his eight-year administration.
“Deeply saddened by the passing of former President of Nigeria Muhammadu Buhari, Modi wrote.
“I fondly recall our meetings and conversations on various occasions. His wisdom, warmth and unwavering commitment to India–Nigeria friendship stood out.
“I join the 1.4 billion people of India in extending our heartfelt condolences to his family, the people and the government of Nigeria.”
Deeply saddened by the passing of former President of Nigeria Muhammadu Buhari. I fondly recall our meetings and conversations on various occasions. His wisdom, warmth and unwavering commitment to India–Nigeria friendship stood out. I join the 1.4 billion people of India in…
Similarly, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed Ali, mourned the passing of Buhari.
“On behalf of the Government and People of Ethiopia, I extend sincere condolences to the family of former President Muhammadu Buhari and to the people and Government of Nigeria. Our thoughts are with you during this time of mourning,” Ali said in a post on his official X handle.
Sierra Leone President, Julius Maada Bio and current serving ECOWAS chairman, Julius Maada Bio, also paid tribute to the former Nigerian leader in a post on his X handle.
“I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of President Muhammadu Buhari, the former president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
“On behalf of the people of the Republic of Sierra Leone, I want to express our heartfelt condolences to his family, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and to the people of Nigeria during this incredibly difficult time. This is truly a devastating loss, and our thoughts are with you all,” he wrote.
For ex-Nigerian President OIusegun Obasanjo, Buhari was a colleague, a comrade, and a cool patriot who played his role.
“At a time like this, we need the totality of the experience and what I may call statesmanship of all those who have had opportunities to run the affairs of this country to get us out of the situation we are in, he will be surely missed, may his soul rest in perfect peace,” Obasanjo said.
