Aisha Buhari Reveals Pneumonia as Cause of Late President Buhari’s Death in New Book"

Former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has disclosed in her newly released book From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari that pneumonia was the immediate cause of her late husband’s death. She dismissed conspiracy theories suggesting poisoning or sabotage, stating that medical professionals clearly informed the family. Aisha Buhari also linked Buhari’s earlier health challenges to exhaustion and dietary imbalance. The book further reflects on governance challenges during his presidency, the DSS controversy, and her post-presidential humanitarian initiatives, including a cardiovascular and medical centre in Kano.

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Buhari, Osinbajo and the Politics of Posthumous Truth: How Death, Biography and Power Are Rewriting Nigeria’s Political History

This opinion piece examines how posthumous narratives surrounding the late former President Muhammadu Buhari are reshaping public understanding of his eight-year partnership with former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo. Triggered by revelations in a newly launched Buhari biography and comments attributed to Aisha Buhari, the article questions claims that Buhari never supported Osinbajo’s 2023 presidential ambition. Drawing on documented public records, speeches, and governance decisions, the writer argues that posthumous “truths” often emerge without balance, context, or the possibility of rebuttal, turning silence into political currency. The piece warns that such narratives reveal more about present power struggles than historical reality, highlighting how death has become an open marketplace for convenient political storytelling in Nigeria.

Aisha Buhari Reveals Why Late President Buhari Locked His Room, Debunks Poison Rumours

Former First Lady Aisha Buhari disclosed that her late husband, President Muhammadu Buhari, began locking his room after hearing false rumours that she was plotting to kill him. Speaking in the 600-page biography From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari by Dr. Charles Omole, she clarified that Buhari’s 2017 health challenges were due to disrupted nutrition and missed meals, not mysterious illness or poisoning.

Aisha Buhari explained that she had meticulously managed the former president’s meals and supplements for years, a routine that was disrupted after misinformation circulated within Aso Rock. The disruption led to delayed meals and missed supplements, culminating in Buhari’s 154-day medical leave in the UK, where he received specialised care including blood transfusions.

She refuted conspiracy theories, including claims of a body double, emphasizing that poor communication allowed minor events to spiral into rumours. The biography also highlights the climate of mistrust and surveillance within the presidency, showing how fear and misinformation affected Buhari’s health and personal life.

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UPDATED: Former President Muhammadu Buhari Laid to Rest in Daura
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari was buried on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, amid a wave of national mourning and solemn ceremonies.

The atmosphere in Daura was heavy with grief as the 82-year-old’s body—draped in the green-white-green Nigerian flag—was lowered into the ground at exactly 5:50 p.m. in the presence of family members, close associates, and dignitaries. Tears flowed freely as the agrarian town, where Buhari was born, became his final resting place.

Full military honors, including gun salutes and ceremonial processions, were rendered to the former Commander-in-Chief. Islamic burial rites preceded the interment, in line with his faith.

Nicknamed Mai Gaskiya (the truth-teller) by many of his northern supporters, Buhari served Nigeria for a total of nine years and eight months—first as military ruler (1984–1985) and later as a democratically elected president from 2015 to 2023, making him one of the country’s longest-serving leaders.

Present at the funeral were First Lady Aisha Buhari; President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima; former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo; Atiku Abubakar; Aliko Dangote; traditional rulers; religious leaders; serving and former governors; and other high-ranking officials.

Before the funeral, President Tinubu had received Buhari’s remains at the Katsina Airport after it was flown from The London Clinic, where the former leader died on Sunday, July 13, following a prolonged illness.

The Federal Government declared a day of national mourning, with flags flown at half-mast across the country.

Buhari’s legacy remains a subject of debate. While many remember him for his staunch anti-corruption stance and discipline-driven policies, critics continue to question the impact and execution of several of his initiatives during his presidency.

Former First Lady Aisha Buhari, Zahra Buhari Indimi, and other family members broke down in tears as the body of late former President Muhammadu Buhari was removed from the aircraft that brought him from the UK to Katsina, where he will be laid to rest today, July 13.

Vice President Shettima pays condolence visit to former first lady Aisha Buhari in London.

"Please forgive my husband before he's being taken to his grave"- Aisha Buhari makes emotional plea to Nigerians.

In a widely shared post by APA Hausa, Aisha Buhari revealed that her husband had long expressed his wish to seek forgiveness from the Nigerian people before his passing.
“Since he resigned from power, the one thing he always told me whenever we spoke was, ‘If I die before you, please send my message to Nigerians to forgive my mistakes in leadership. I’m only human, and humans make mistakes,’” she reportedly said.
The former First Lady emphasised her husband’s remorse and his deep desire for reconciliation, acknowledging the challenges and criticisms that marked his presidency. “Please, I beg everyone to forgive him before he is taken to his grave,” she added.
This unexpected appeal has gone viral, triggering a wave of mixed reactions from Nigerians across different platforms — some offering prayers and forgiveness, others reflecting on the impact of Buhari’s leadership.
As the nation reacts, the call for forgiveness adds a new emotional dimension to the legacy of one of Nigeria’s most controversial leaders.

U.S. Mourns Buhari, Tinubu Orders Flags at Half-Mast

The United States has expressed deep condolences to Nigerians following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, praising his dedication to public service, discipline, and efforts to strengthen democratic institutions. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria described Buhari as a leader committed to restoring integrity in governance and expressed solidarity with his family and the Nigerian people.

Buhari, who first ruled Nigeria as a military leader from 1983 to 1985 before being democratically elected in 2015, died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in London after a prolonged illness. He was 82.

President Bola Tinubu mourned his predecessor, speaking with Aisha Buhari to offer his condolences. He also directed Vice President Kashim Shettima and Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila to travel to the UK to accompany Buhari’s body back to Nigeria. As a mark of national mourning, Tinubu ordered all flags to be flown at half-mast.