A startling allegation has surfaced regarding the private life of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari and his wife, Aisha Buhari.
According to U.S.-based Nigerian academic Farooq Kperogi, the couple had secretly divorced before Buhari’s death.
In a Facebook post dated July 16, 2025, Kperogi claimed that Aisha Buhari had quietly reverted to her maiden name, Aisha Halilu, following the end of their marriage.
He noted Aisha’s conspicuous absence from Daura when Buhari retired to his hometown after his presidential tenure ended in May 2023.
Kperogi further revealed that Buhari later relocated by himself to Kaduna, underscoring suggestions of a split.
He also cast doubt on reports that Aisha Buhari said her husband had instructed her to beg Nigerians for forgiveness, asserting that no credible source could verify the alleged statement.
These new claims have fueled fresh controversy and speculation about the late President’s final years and the true state of his family life.
Kperogi wrote:
“People have been circulating a quote attributed to Aisha Buhari, claiming that Buhari asked her to seek forgiveness from Nigerians on his behalf.
“I can’t confirm the authenticity of that claim, but what I do know is that before Buhari’s death, he and Aisha were no longer married.
“They had divorced, and Aisha reverted to her maiden name, Aisha Halilu.
“If you paid close attention, you would notice that Aisha didn’t go to Daura when he retired to the town after leaving office. Buhari was also alone when he later relocated to Kaduna.
“In fact, when he fell ill and it was suggested that Aisha travel to London to care for him, she reportedly hesitated because she was no longer his wife. She eventually went in the last few days before he died, but only after intense persuasion.
“Even now, during this period of mourning, she seems understandably conflicted about her role.
“So, I’m genuinely curious to know when and where Buhari told her to beg Nigerians for forgiveness. Where did she even say this?”
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