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| Tinubu and the late Buhari |
The Federal Government has announced Tuesday, July 15, 2025, as a public holiday to honour the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in London.
This declaration follows the seven days of national mourning already declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The announcement was made in a statement by the Ministry of Interior, signed by Permanent Secretary Dr. Magdalene Ajani. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, declared the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government, with the approval of President Tinubu.
Dr. Tunji-Ojo described the public holiday as a mark of respect for Buhari’s decades of dedicated service to Nigeria. He highlighted Buhari’s enduring legacy in democratic governance and national development, emphasizing the former president’s commitment to unity, integrity, and progress.
The Minister urged Nigerians to use the day to reflect on Buhari’s leadership and to promote peace, patriotism, and national cohesion in line with his vision for a prosperous Nigeria.
In addition to the federal holiday, the Northwest Governors Forum declared the same day a public holiday across all seven states in the region to allow citizens to pay their respects.
Katsina State also declared Monday, July 14, 2025, a work-free day in Buhari’s honour, enabling residents to join the national mourning.
National flags will fly at half-mast throughout the seven-day mourning period, and the Federal Government extended its deepest condolences to Buhari’s family, the people of Katsina State, and all Nigerians, praying for the peaceful repose of his soul.
“President Muhammadu Buhari served Nigeria with dedication, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the unity and progress of our great nation. This public holiday provides an opportunity for all Nigerians to reflect on his life, leadership, and the values he upheld,” the federal government’s statement reads.
The Minister also encouraged Nigerians to honour the late president’s memory by embracing peace, patriotism, and unity - principles, he said Buhari consistently advocated throughout his time in public service.
The announcement comes in continuation of the national mourning declared by President Tinubu, who had earlier ordered all national flags to fly at half-mast for seven days.
The Federal Government expressed its condolences to Buhari’s family, the people of Katsina State, and all Nigerians, praying for the peaceful repose of the late leader’s soul.
President Buhari died in a London hospital after a prolonged illness. He was 83.
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