Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is Dead

Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is Dead.
He served as Nigeria’s leader both militarily and democratically.
Burial arrangements will follow Islamic rites, family confirms.

Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, has passed away at the age of 81.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the news of his death was confirmed on Sunday, July 13, 2025, by his former aide, Bashir Ahmad, in a post shared on X (formerly Twitter).

“The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London. May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus. Amin,” Ahmad wrote.

According to sources, the former president died in a private clinic in London, where he had been receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness.

Buhari, a retired Major General, first ruled Nigeria as a military Head of State from 1983 to 1985 following a coup. He later returned to power through democratic elections, serving as Nigeria’s civilian president from 2015 to 2023.

His presidency was marked by a strong anti-corruption campaign, a focus on infrastructure development, and a controversial but determined approach to national security challenges, including the fight against Boko Haram and other insurgent groups.

Though his administration faced criticism over human rights, economic management, and growing insecurity, Buhari remained a highly influential figure in Nigerian politics, especially among his northern base and within the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Tributes have begun pouring in from across the country and abroad, with many describing him as a leader who made a lasting impact on Nigeria’s democratic journey.

In line with Islamic tradition, his burial arrangements are expected to be announced soon by the family.