The National Assembly has suspended legislative activities to encourage members to participate in the burial activities of the late President Muhammadu Buhari.
President Buhari died on Sunday, July 14 2025, in London, United Kingdom, after a protracted illness.
In a statement issued on Monday by the Clerk of the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana Esq., plenary session has also been rescheduled to Tuesday, 22 July, 2025.
This, according to him, was in honour of Buhari’s his legacy and service to the nation.
The statement read thus: “The National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria mourns the passing of His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari,GCFR, former President and Commander- in-Chief, who died yesterday (Sunday), 13th July 2025, in London, United Kingdom.
“In honour of his legacy and service to the nation, I am directed by the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to inform all members of the National Assembly and the general public that all legislative activities in the National Assembly are hereby suspended immediately until Tuesday,22 July, 2025.
“All members of the National Assembly are urged to reschedule their engagements to enable full participation in the burial activities of the late President.
“The leadership of both Chambers, on behalf of members and staff of the National Assembly extend heartfelt condolences to: The government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria; The government and people of Katsina State; His wives, children and the entire Buhari family.
“President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity & his integrity.
“May Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus.”
