President Bola Tinubu on Monday paid an emotional tribute to his predecessor, the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, saying the ex-Nigerian leader earned the enduring trust and affection of Nigerians through a lifetime of honesty, discipline and selfless service.
Tinubu spoke in Abuja during the presentation of a Book of Tribute to commemorate the first anniversary of Buhari’s death at the Army Conference Centre.
BusinessDay recalls that Buhari died in a London clinic on July 13, 2025, following a prolonged illness. His remains were flown to Nigeria and buried in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, in accordance with Islamic rites.
His funeral was attended by President Tinubu, senior government officials, political leaders, traditional rulers, foreign dignitaries and thousands of mourners.
Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the first year anniversary, Tinubu also revealed how he directed the Vice President to travel to London immediately after learning of Buhari’s deteriorating health.
