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| Yusuf Buhari |
Yusuf Buhari, son of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has conveyed profound gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for bestowing a dignified state funeral upon his father.
Speaking at a special expanded Federal Executive Council meeting held in Abuja on Thursday, July 17, 2025, Yusuf emphasized how deeply meaningful the support has been for the family and the memory of his father.
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| President Tinubu pays his last respect |
Accompanied by his siblings, Yusuf extended heartfelt thanks not only to President Tinubu and his administration but also to the National Assembly, Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda, other state governors, and countless Nigerians who stood in solidarity during their time of mourning.
“This support symbolizes a great honour to my father’s memory,” Yusuf remarked, reflecting the nation’s unity in celebrating the life and legacy of Muhammadu Buhari.
“I also wish to thank the Senate President, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and all the distinguished and honorable members of the National Assembly for honoring the memory of our late father during the state burial in Daura.
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| Buhari’s remains being brought out of the aircraft |
“Your visits, calls, and prayers symbolise a great honour to the memory of our late father, and we’re sincerely grateful for all the support and solidarity extended to the family. May Allah continue to bless us all.”
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| First Lady Remi Tinubu and others watch as the body is being wheeled off |
Yusuf, who fought back tears, added, “Thank you, daddy. Thank you, Daddy. Thank you, Daddy. May Allah continue to bless, provide, and protect you throughout your tenure.”
Buhari died on Sunday at a clinic in London.
His body was received in Nigeria by Tinubu and buried in Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday.
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| The late Muhammadu Buhari |
Buhari was Nigeria’s president for eight years from 2015 to 2023.
He was also the military head of state from 1983 to 1985.
He was 82.
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