Special Adviser to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Bolaji Akinola, has said that the late former President Muhammadu Buhari left a lasting mark on Nigeria’s maritime industry, which Nigerians will long remember. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos on Tuesday,...
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By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Former presidential spokesman Femi Adesina has revealed that Muhammadu Buhari’s life might have been cut short if he had relied on Nigerian hospitals for his medical treatment. Adesina made this statement during Channels Television’s special coverage of Buhari’s funeral. Familiarity with UK Doctors Adesina explained...
United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Ms. Amina Mohammed, has paid tribute to Nigeria’s late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a man of unwavering discipline, deep conviction, and steadfast patriotism. Mohammed visited the Nigeria House in New York to sign the condolence register and pray for the peaceful repose...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Vice-President Kashim Shettima has departed London with the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 82. Shettima’s spokesman, Mr. Stanley Nkwocha, confirmed this to newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja. He said: “I can only confirm that the...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has established an Inter-Ministerial Committee to manage the state burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, ensuring a dignified farewell. Tinubu has also instructed the Ministry of Interior to declare Tuesday a public holiday in honor of the late leader, according to Alhaji...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Nigerian movie “My Mother is a Witch”, starring Mercy Aigbe and Efe Irele, has achieved significant box office success, grossing ₦100 million since its release. According to FilmOne Entertainment, the film’s distributing company, the movie has outperformed competitors to reach this milestone. A Story of...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Vice-President Kashim Shettima has paid a condolence visit to the family of late former President Muhammadu Buhari in London. The visit was made on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, who tasked Shettima with accompanying Buhari’s body to Nigeria for burial. Shettima’s visit was a gesture...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Monday visited Vice President Kashim Shettima and his delegation in London. The former leaders paid glowing tributes to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. Vice President Shettima is in London on President...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- King of Morocco, His Majesty, King Mohammed VI has sent a message of condolence and sympathy to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following the passing of former president Muhammadu Buhari. In this message, HM the King expressed his deep sorrow...
Nigerian stock market commenced the week on a bullish note, with investors’ gains totaling N340 billion. This upward trend follows the previous week’s five-day surge. Market capitalization jumped by 0.43% to N80.143 trillion, while the All-Share Index rose by 539.95 points to 126,689.54. Some stocks driving the market’s growth...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- In furtherance to the seven days of National mourning declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, the Federal Government has declared Tuesday, 15 July, 2025, as a Public Holiday in honour of the late former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR....
By TYAV SAM TYAV, Makurdi – Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia has expressed sadness over the death of the immediate past President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, whose sad demise took place in a London clinic , United Kingdom, on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Governor Alia in message of condolence...
By ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto – Leader of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Sokoto and former governor of the state, Senator Aliyu Wamakko has described the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari as a great loss to the country. Wamakko, who maintained that former President Buhari was a nice...
By AMOS MATHEW, Kaduna – Northern chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a father figure whose leadership left a lasting imprint on the nation’s development. In a statement released in Kaduna on...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – Former Nigerian Head of State, retired General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) has paid a glowing tribute to the late former President Mohammadu Buhari, describing him as a patriot. General Babangida in a statement he personally signed on Monday, said: “it is with a deeply...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in London, accompanied by the Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, to pay his respects to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. VP Shettima disclosed this on Monday in a post via his official X handle...
It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that I received the news of the passing of His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari (Rtd), GCFR, my predecessor, who departed this life today, Sunday, July 13, 2025, at a hospital in the United Kingdom. President Buhari was to the very...
By CALLISTUS OFFOR, Abuja- Nigeria is in mourning following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, who passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 82 in a London clinic. The announcement, made by his longtime spokesperson Garba Shehu, has elicited heartfelt tributes from prominent Nigerian...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja- Federal Government has ordered that national flags across Nigeria be flown at half-mast for seven days in honor of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. President Bola Tinubu gave the directive as a mark of respect to...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – As part of preparations for the 2027 general elections, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called for a united opposition to drive what it described as the largest and most powerful political coalition in Nigeria’s history. The Plateau State chapter of the party said...