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Africa: Us, AU, Ecowas, Others Hail Buhari As a Champion of Democracy, Integrity

NIGERIA, JUL 14 – Nigeria observes national mourning and state funeral preparations for Muhammadu Buhari, who served as president twice and died at 82 after a prolonged illness, officials said.

  • On Sunday, July 13, 2025, at a London hospital, Former President Muhammadu Buhari died at age 82 after a prolonged illness.
  • Having secured a second term in 2019, Buhari’s health had been faltering in recent years.
  • Following Buhari’s death, Tinubu declared national mourning and arranged Muslim funeral rites, while he dispatched Vice President Kashim Shettima to London to accompany Buhari’s remains.
  • On July 14, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered condolences, saying `wisdom, warmth, and unwavering commitment to India-Nigeria friendship`, while President Cyril Ramaphosa said `As South Africa, we stand with the nation of Nigeria in your mourning`.
  • In Buhari’s hometown of Daura, a funeral is set for July 15, and is expected to draw past and present leaders as well as foreign dignitaries.
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Sahara Reporters broke the news in New York, United States on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
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