The Digest :
Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has expressed profound grief over the death of Nigeria's former President, Muhammadu Buhari. Okonjo-Iweala described the news as "unbelievable," revealing that it struck moments after she had sent well wishes for his recovery, conveying her shock and sadness.
Key Points:
- Okonjo-Iweala, who previously served as Nigeria's Minister of Finance, conveyed her condolences to the Buhari family, his aides, and associates.
- She shared her disbelief on X (formerly Twitter), stating, "Unbelievable! I did not know just how ill HE President Buhari was, and minutes after sending my get well wishes, I have just learned that he passed away."
- Her post continued, "I am so very sad. May the Soul of HE @MBuhari rest in perfect peace."
- Former President Muhammadu Buhari died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82, in a London clinic.
- His death was confirmed by his former special adviser, Garba Shehu, in a statement released Sunday evening.
- Buhari served as Nigeria's civilian President from 2015 to 2023 and previously as military Head of State from January 1984 to August 1985.
Source: X
