Abubakar commended the defectors, and said the PDP rmains the “biggest” party in the country.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confirmed the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at approximately 4:30 PM. Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s head of state from 1983 to 1985 and later as a two-term civilian president from 2015 to 2023, reportedly succumbed after a prolonged battle with an undisclosed illness. News of his passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the country, with many reflecting on his decades-long influence on Nigeria’s political and military landscape.
In a swift move to ensure a dignified return of the late leader’s remains, President Tinubu has dispatched Vice President Kashim Shettima to the United Kingdom. Shettima’s mission includes coordinating with Nigerian officials in London and the British authorities to oversee the repatriation process. The Federal Government has also announced that Buhari will be buried in Nigeria in accordance with Islamic rites, and preparations are underway for a state-organized burial that reflects his stature and service to the nation.
As a mark of respect, President Tinubu has directed that all national flags be flown at half-mast across the country. A period of national mourning is expected to be declared, while various arms of government, including the National Assembly, are preparing condolence messages and tributes. Buhari’s death marks the end of a significant chapter in Nigeria’s political history, and the coming days will see a series of official events honoring his legacy and service to the nation.
