{"id":54870,"date":"2025-07-14T11:10:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T11:10:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/nigeria-declares-weeklong-mourning-following-ex-president-buhari-s-death\/"},"modified":"2025-07-14T10:30:33","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T10:30:33","slug":"nigeria-declares-weeklong-mourning-following-ex-president-buhari-s-death","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/nigeria-declares-weeklong-mourning-following-ex-president-buhari-s-death\/","title":{"rendered":"Nigeria declares weeklong mourning following ex-president Buhari\u2019s death"},"content":{"rendered":"

The death, confirmed by Buhari\u2019s former aides Garba Shehu and Bashir Ahmed, has prompted an outpouring of grief across the country and among African leaders.<\/p>\n

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced a seven-day national mourning period on Sunday, as a mark of respect for Buhari\u2019s service and legacy. As part of the observance, all national flags will fly at half-staff throughout the mourning period. <\/p>\n

An emergency session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has also been convened for Tuesday to honour the former leader\u2019s memory and contributions.<\/p>\n

Buhari, a military ruler from 1984 to 1985 before returning as a democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023, was known for his austere lifestyle, his strong stance against corruption, and his reputation for discipline and integrity. <\/p>\n

Leaders and citizens alike have hailed him as a patriot who dedicated his life to national unity, economic reforms, and the fight against graft.<\/p>\n

In a statement, President Tinubu described Buhari as a \u201cdedicated servant of the nation\u201d whose leadership left a significant imprint on Nigeria\u2019s political landscape. <\/p>\n

Tinubu emphasised the former president\u2019s legacy of reforms and the difficult battles he waged against corruption, insecurity, and economic instability.<\/p>\n

Vice President Kashim Shettima has been dispatched to London to coordinate the repatriation of Buhari\u2019s remains. Plans are in motion for a state funeral, with the late president expected to be buried in his hometown of Daura, in Katsina State, on Monday, July 14, with full military honours.<\/p>\n

Buhari\u2019s passing marks the end of an era for many Nigerians who lived through both his military rule and his democratic presidency. <\/p>\n

Tributes have been pouring in from political figures, foreign governments, and ordinary citizens, all highlighting his firm commitment to discipline, his modest personal life, and his efforts to steer Nigeria through turbulent times.<\/p>\n

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