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The Digest: Hanan Buhari, daughter of the late former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, has expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Nigerians who chose to forgive her father following his passing. Buhari died on July 13 in London after battling an undisclosed illness and was laid to rest in...

The Digest: Yusuf Buhari, son of the late Muhammadu Buhari, expressed heartfelt thanks to President Bola Tinubu and other political leaders for their support during the funeral of his father. Speaking at a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, Yusuf acknowledged that his father's...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Muhammadu Buhari during a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, highlighting his incorruptible leadership and moral character. Buhari’s legacy continues to resonate through Nigeria’s political and moral...

The Digest: The death of former President Muhammadu Buhari has sparked speculation about the future of his loyalists, especially those from the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC). Key figures like Nasir El-Rufai and Babachir Lawal have expressed dissatisfaction with APC leadership...

The Digest: A special Federal Executive Council (FEC) session to honor former President Muhammadu Buhari will be held today, led by President Bola Tinubu, marking a final tribute to the late leader. Key Points: Buhari passed away on July 13, 2025, in London at age 82. The special FEC session...

The Digest: Noor Buhari, the daughter of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has expressed deep sorrow following her father's passing. She shared a heartfelt message on her Instagram, reflecting on the loss of the father she cherished dearly. Key Points: Noor Buhari posted an...

The Digest: Katsina Governor Dikko Radda was visibly moved to tears during the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura. The emotional moment captured in a trending video highlighted the deep personal loss Radda experienced, as he reflected on Buhari’s impact on the people of...

The Digest: Former President Muhammadu Buhari has been laid to rest in the garden of his residence in Daura, Katsina State, bringing to an end a period of national mourning. The interment followed solemn funeral prayers held at a helipad near his country home on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, marking...

The Digest: The body of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari arrived in Nigeria from London, marking the start of his burial proceedings. President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and senior officials gathered at the airport for the solemn moment. Key Points Buhari’s...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Katsina ahead of the burial of Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari. Tinubu’s arrival marks a significant moment as he prepares to receive Buhari’s body and honor the late leader’s legacy. Key Points: Tinubu’s flight touched down at...

The Digest: In anticipation of the state burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, thousands of personnel from the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have been deployed across Katsina State, particularly in Daura, the late president's...

The Digest: Rotimi Amaechi, former minister of transportation, arrived in Daura for the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari wearing a traditional turban. As the Dan Amanar of Daura, a title conferred upon him in 2022, Amaechi’s attire was seen as a cultural gesture of respect, despite...

The Digest: A heart-wrenching video of Zahra Buhari, daughter of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, has gone viral, showing her emotionally grieving on the streets of London following her father’s death. The video, shared by Dele Momodu, captures Zahra’s raw emotions outside the hospital...

The Digest: Former President Muhammadu Buhari’s presidency was marked by significant economic events that had far-reaching implications for Nigeria’s economy. From the NNPC’s transition into a limited liability company to the controversial naira redesign, his tenure was filled with challenges...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has established an Inter-Ministerial Committee to oversee the planning and organization of a state burial for the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday. Chaired by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George...

The Digest: The Nigerian federal government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a public holiday in honor of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. This announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, today, July 14, 2025, marking a national day of mourning for the...

The Digest: Former President Muhammadu Buhari will be laid to rest on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, instead of Monday, as initially reported. His burial will take place in Daura, Katsina State, following Islamic rites. The delay in the funeral schedule was due to logistical arrangements for...

The Digest: With Buhari’s death in July 2025, only two leaders from the historic 1983 coup remain: Ibrahim Babangida, former Chief of Army Staff and later Head of State, and Mohammed Magoro, ex-Minister of Internal Affairs. Their survival signals the closing chapter of the era that began on...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu and several former Nigerian leaders will gather in Daura, Katsina State, for the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari. The late leader’s body, accompanied by Vice President Kashim Shettima, will be flown back from London for the funeral, following his...

The Digest: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has offered a heartfelt tribute to his late colleague, President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a patriot who "tried his best to give the country the needed progress and development." Obasanjo's statement, delivered with a "heavy heart,"...