Tears Flow in Daura: Family and Dignitaries Gather for Buhari’s Burial
- Fatima Buhari, daughter of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, arrived in Daura in tears ahead of his burial, surrounded by grieving family and friends
- The former president’s body departed London earlier on Tuesday aboard a Nigerian Air Force aircraft, en route to his hometown in Katsina State for final rites
- Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, also journeyed from Abuja to Daura to attend the solemn ceremony
Fatima Buhari, the eldest daughter of the late former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, was reported to have arrived at her father’s residence in Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday in tears.
Eyewitnesses described her as visibly heartbroken, quietly crying while being comforted by close family and friends as preparations for the burial commenced.
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Buhari family members gather ahead of burial
Members of the Buhari family were seen arriving at the Daura home on Tuesday morning, with the atmosphere marked by deep mourning and solemnity.
The family gathered ahead of the arrival of the late president’s body, which was being flown back to Nigeria from London.
According to reports, the body of the former Nigerian leader departed London earlier that day aboard a Nigerian Air Force aircraft.
It was scheduled to land in Katsina before being taken to Daura, his hometown, for final rites and burial.
First lady Oluremi Tinubu heads to Daura
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First Lady, was also en route to Daura on Tuesday.
She reportedly departed from Abuja to join the Buhari family and other dignitaries for the burial ceremony.
As the nation mourned the loss of the former president, many paid tribute to his legacy, while preparations for the burial continued with heightened security and emotional scenes in Daura.
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About Buhari
Muhammadu Buhari (1942–2025) was a Nigerian military officer and politician who served as both military head of state (1983–1985) and civilian president (2015–2023).
Born in Daura, Katsina State, he joined the Nigerian Army in 1962 and rose through the ranks, participating in key national events including the Nigerian Civil War and several coups.
As military ruler, he launched the “War Against Indiscipline” to combat corruption, though his regime was criticized for authoritarian practices. After years in retirement, Buhari returned to politics and won the presidency in 2015 under the All Progressives Congress, becoming the first opposition candidate to defeat an incumbent.
His administration focused on anti-corruption, infrastructure, and security, though faced challenges with economic downturns and rising insecurity.
Known for his austere lifestyle and firm leadership style, Buhari passed away in London on July 13, 2025, at age 82, and was buried in his hometown of Daura.
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World leaders who attended Buhari's burial
Legit.ng earlier reported that Former President Muhammadu Buhari was finally laid to rest at his residence in Daura, Katsina state, Northwest geopolitical zone of Nigeria.
The laying to rest was followed by funeral prayers and interment attended by numerous dignitaries, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Buhari, who died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, aged 82, was widely popular for what many, especially northerners, saw as his integrity and incorruptibility.
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