FORMER PRESIDENT MUHAMMAD BIHARI EMBRACED ETERNITY
The former president of Nigeria Muhammad Buhari died on 12th July 2025 . On Saturday afternoon the president was deemed deceased in London United kingdom.
His spokes man Mallam Garba Shehu confirmed as he relay family's announcement @ 5: 11 pm.
The late president pass in to the great beyond at the age of 82, may Almighty Allah accept his soul and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus Amin
Buhari's death bings to close a remarkable public life that spanned more than four decades, during which he served Nigeria both as military ruler and as an elected civilian president, a unique leadership history shared by only one other Nigeria leader , Olusegun Obasanjo
His civilian presidency was characterized by a triad agenda; Fighting corruption, tackling insecurity ,and revamping infrastructure.
He experienced both support and criticism as a leader. Supporters praised his firm stance integrity and public discipline while critics often pointed to his government's human rights records, sluggish economic growth, and over -reliance on foreign medical care,even as the state House clinic struggled to function.
Reaction to his passing have began pouring in from across the political spectrum and the international community.World leaders, elders state men, and prominent Nigerians are expected to issue statement in the days ahead.
The presidency is expected to announce national mourning protocols, which will likely include flying the national flag at half-mast, condolence registers at embassies and government houses, and preparation for state funeral
The late president Muhammadu Buhari was a husband to Aisha Buhari, a father , a grandfather and leader to the nation Nigeria shaped by his presence in it's political and military history
13th July 2025
E/Guardian Nigeria/ Comfort Ayegba