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Defence Ministry, Armed Forces mourn Buhari, hail legacy of service
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Ministry of Defence and the Nigerian Armed Forces have expressed profound grief over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a symbol of honour, patriotism, and unwavering national service. In a condolence message issued by the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, the ministry extolled Buhari’s lifelong dedication…
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FG postpones special FEC session in honour of Buhari
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the postponement of the special Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting initially scheduled for Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR. The rescheduling of the session is to allow for full participation in the state funeral ceremonies taking place the same day in…
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NSC mourns Buhari, celebrates his legacy in sports, national unity
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, who died on Sunday in a clinic in London, United Kingdom. Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023 and as military Head of State between 1983 and 1985, was described as a pivotal figure in the country’s…
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BREAKING: FG declares Tuesday public holiday in honour of late Buhari
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15 public holiday in honour of late former President Muhammadu Buhari. Buhari died on Sunday in London clinic at the age of 82. A statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr Magdalene Ajani, on Monday, said the holiday is a mark of respect for the late President’s service…
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Shettima pays condolence visit to Aisha Buhari in London ahead of state funeral
Vice President Kashim Shettima has paid a condolence visit to Aisha Buhari, widow of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, at a residence in London, ahead of the planned state funeral. Shettima met with members of the Buhari family during the visit on Monday, offering words of comfort on behalf of President Bola Tinubu and the federal government. The former…
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PHOTO NEWS: Shettima, Gbajabiamila, Zulum pay condolence visit to Aisha Buhari in London
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima, Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila, and Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum visited Aisha Buhari, the wife of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, at a London residence on Monday to offer their condolences. The visit followed a directive by President Bola Tinubu, who sent the delegation to London to…
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JUST IN: Tinubu to attend Buhari’s burial slated for Tuesday in Daura
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to attend the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, which has been scheduled to hold on Tuesday, July 15, in Daura, Katsina State. This follows confirmation from reliable sources that the late president’s body will arrive in Nigeria late tonight, making it impossible to meet today’s 4:00 p.m. burial window required under Islamic rites.…
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NASS suspends plenary till July 22 in honour of Buhari
The National Assembly has suspended plenary till July 22 in honour of former president Muhammadu Buhari. Buhari died on Sunday at age 91 in a clinic in London after a brief illness. A statement issued on Monday by the Clerk of the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, announced the development. The statement read “I am directed by the president of the…
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JUST IN: Shettima, Gbajabiamila arrive in London to repatriate Buhari’s remains to Nigeria
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima and Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, have arrived in London to coordinate the repatriation of the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday, July 13. The high-level delegation was received at the airport by Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, and Borno State Governor,…
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‘I never doubted his sincerity or patriotism’ – Babangida pays glowing tribute to Buhari
Former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd), has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a sincere patriot, principled leader, and brother-in-arms whose legacy will endure in Nigeria’s history. In a statement released on Sunday, Babangida said the news of Buhari’s passing came as a heavy blow, recalling their shared beginnings in…
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