The Nigerian Senate has announced plans to hold a special tribute session on Wednesday in honour of late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on July 13, 2025.
According to reports, the session will reflect on Buhari’s enduring legacies, leadership style, and his contributions to Nigeria’s national development. This follows a similar tribute held by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) last week.
During the FEC session, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu paid glowing tributes to his predecessor, stating that Buhari “led the country with restraint, governed with dignity, and bore the burdens of leadership without complaint.”
Buhari’s Life and Legacy
The former president died in London after a prolonged but undisclosed illness at the age of 82. His body was laid to rest last week in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, in a high-profile burial attended by dignitaries from Nigeria and beyond.
Buhari was Nigeria’s second-longest-serving leader. He first led the nation as a military head of state from 1983 to 1985 before returning as a democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023. His tenure was marked by efforts to fight corruption, improve infrastructure, and stabilize the economy, though it was also marred by insecurity and economic challenges.
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Top 5 Key Achievements of Buhari’s Presidency
- Infrastructure Development: Buhari prioritized road construction and major infrastructure projects, including the Second Niger Bridge, Abuja-Kaduna-Kano expressway, and numerous federal road rehabilitations.
- Railway Modernization: He revived Nigeria’s railway system with the Lagos-Ibadan standard gauge, Abuja-Kaduna rail, and Itakpe-Warri line.
- Anti-Corruption Drive: His administration launched major anti-corruption campaigns through agencies like the EFCC and ICPC, targeting financial mismanagement.
- Agricultural Transformation: Buhari’s administration pushed for food self-sufficiency with initiatives like the Anchor Borrowers Programme, boosting local rice and grain production.
- Power and Energy Investments: His government signed off on various power projects, including Siemens’ power sector deal and rural electrification initiatives.
Quick Facts
- Special Session Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
- Purpose: To honour Buhari’s life and leadership.
- Recent Tributes: A tribute from the Federal Executive Council last week.
- Age at Death: 82 years.
- Burial: Daura, Katsina State.
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