Chief Bisi Akande, former Governor of Osun and pioneer National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has described the late former President Muhammadu Buhari as a patriotic leader whose legacy will live on. Akande made the remark on Wednesday in Kaduna during a condolence visit to the family of the late president. He led…
A former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), retired Gen. Lucky Irabor, on Wednesday described late President Muhammadu Buhari as a firm but fair leader. Irabor, in a statement, said Buhari had the humility to yield to superior arguments when convinced by reason, especially on matters of national security. “The news of the passing of President…
Former EFCC Chairperson Farida Waziri has paid heartfelt tribute to late former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, praising his integrity and revealing how his decisions shaped her career. In a statement released from Abuja on Wednesday, Waziri reflected on Buhari’s passing as a moment that “touched the hearts of millions” and served as a reminder that…
Dr Kayode Fayemi, former Governor of Ekiti State and ex-Minister of Mines and Steel Development, has mourned the death of Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a resilient leader with a profound belief in the nation’s future. In a statement on Monday, Fayemi extended heartfelt condolences to Buhari’s family, the people of Katsina…
Senator Ahmed Makarfi, former Governor of Kaduna State, has mourned the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a patriot whose service to the nation will be remembered by generations. In a condolence message shared on Sunday, Makarfi said he received the news of Buhari’s death in a London clinic “with shock…
The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation Worldwide (NIDO-WW) has joined millions mourning the passing of Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday, 13 July 2025, in London at the age of 82. In a condolence statement on behalf of Nigerians abroad, Mr Chibuzo Ubochi, the Coordinating Chairman of NIDO-WW and Chairman of NIDO Europe,…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has paid tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, 13 July, in the United Kingdom, describing him as a disciplined and visionary leader whose dedication to Nigeria remains an inspiration. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, conveyed the council’s condolences…
Former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, paying tribute to him as a mentor whose life was defined by integrity, resilience and service to Nigeria. In his statement titled “Tribute to a mentor,” El-Rufai described Buhari as a man who stood for Nigeria…
Former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has joined the growing list of Nigerian leaders mourning the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, calling it a profound loss for the nation. In a condolence message personally signed and released to journalists on Sunday, Kwankwaso said he was “profoundly shocked” to learn of Buhari’s death. “Buhari’s…
Nigeria’s apex northern socio-cultural group, the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), has paid tribute to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, calling him an enduring figure whose public life spanned nearly six decades. In a statement released by its National Publicity Secretary, Professor Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the ACF said it received the news of Buhari’s passing with…
