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Buhari, Muhammadu

National Assembly Suspends Legislative Activities to Mourn Late President Buhari

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The National Assembly in Nigeria has suspended its legislative activities for one week following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday, July 13, 2025. The suspension is effective immediately, and normal activities are expected to resume on July 22, 2025. This decision was made in honor of President Buhari's legacy and service to the nation. The leadership of the National Assembly extends condolences to the government and people of Nigeria, as well as to President Buhari's family.

Key Takeaways:

  • The National Assembly has suspended all legislative activities for one week to mourn the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari.
  • The suspension is effective immediately, and normal activities will resume on July 22, 2025.
  • President Buhari's death occurred on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in London, United Kingdom, at the age of 82.
  • The National Assembly leadership has extended condolences to the government and people of Nigeria, as well as to President Buhari's family.
  • All members of the National Assembly are urged to reschedule their engagements to participate in the burial activities of the late President.
  • President Buhari will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria's unity and his integrity.
  • The National Assembly will observe a period of mourning in honor of the late President's legacy and service to the nation.

Statistics:

  • President Muhammadu Buhari died at the age of 82.
  • The suspension of legislative activities is effective immediately.
  • Normal activities are expected to resume on July 22, 2025.

Sources:

  • "The National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria mourns the passing of His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, former President and Commander-in-Chief, who died yesterday (Sunday), 13th July 2025, in London, United Kingdom."
  • "The leadership of both Chambers, on behalf of members and staff of the National Assembly extend heartfelt condolences to: The government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria; The government and people of Katsina State; His wives, children and the entire Buhari family."
  • Memo issued by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Barrister Kamoru Ogunlana.

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