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NOA mourns Buhari, urges nationwide compliance with flag-lowering directive
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has joined millions of Nigerians in mourning the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a leader who left a lasting impact on the nation’s political and moral fabric. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Director General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, said the agency would ensure compliance with President Bola Ahmed…
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‘He led with courage, conviction’ — Oluremi Tinubu mourns late Buhari
By Kunle Sanni – First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a courageous patriot who dedicated his life to the service of Nigeria. In a condolence message released on Sunday, the First Lady praised the late leader’s integrity, commitment to justice, and unwavering pursuit of good governance. “Our…
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Governor Sanwo-Olu mourns passing of former president Buhari
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed grief over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing his death as a colossal loss to Nigeria. In a condolence message issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, the governor hailed Buhari as a transparent, courageous, and honest leader. Sanwo-Olu asserted that the…
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President Tinubu mourns demise of Awujale of Ijebuland
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Awujale of Ijebuland, His Royal Majesty Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, describing him as one of Nigeria’s most revered and outstanding traditional rulers. In a statement issued on Sunday night, Tinubu disclosed that he received the news of the monarch’s death with “double pain,” as…
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‘Nigeria has lost one of its finest’ — Adeleke mourns Buhari
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has mourned the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a patriot whose contributions to Nigeria’s development will not be forgotten. In a condolence message issued by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke extended his sympathies to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that Buhari was a leader who…
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U.S. Mission in Nigeria mourns Buhari, hails commitment to integrity
By Kunle Sanni – The United States Mission in Nigeria has extended condolences to the Nigerian people following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a leader whose life was marked by service, discipline, and a commitment to restoring integrity to public office. In a post shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday, the…
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Nigeria Governors Forum mourns passing of ex-president Buhari
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, who died in London on Sunday, July 13, 2025. In a statement signed by its Chairman and Kwara State Governor, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, the forum described Buhari’s death as a significant depletion in the ranks of Africa’s…
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Buhari’s death marks end of remarkable era — Ooni of Ife
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, has expressed deep shock over the death of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, describing it as the end of a remarkable chapter in the nation’s history. In a statement issued by the Director of Media and Public Affairs at the Ooni’s Palace, Otunba Moses Olafare, the…
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Tinubu summons emergency FEC meeting Tuesday to honour late Buhari
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has summoned an emergency session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) to honour the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Saturday, July 13, 2025, in London following a prolonged illness. The special FEC meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 15, and will be entirely dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy…
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Gbajabiamila to join Shettima to escort Buhari’s remains back to Nigeria
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has directed his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, to join Vice President Kashim Shettima on a trip to the United Kingdom to accompany the body of former President Muhammadu Buhari back to Nigeria. The directive follows the official announcement of Buhari’s death in London after a prolonged illness. In a statement released by…
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