The National Assembly, NASS, says it’s would no longer resume Plenary today as earlier schedule. The Godswill Akpabio-led Assembly has, therefore,postponed its resumption to July 24, according to a memo issued by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana.
Recall that Buhari died in London on Sunday after a protracted illness.
Tributes have been pouring him for the late president from prominent Nigerians, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and leader of NASS.
In honour of the late leader President Tinubu has ordered that the National Flag be flown at half mast.
The Clerk’s memo: “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 and his integrity.
“May Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus.”
Meanwhile, Vice President Kashim Shetima is expected to arrive the country any moment from now with the remains of the former leader, who ruled the country as a military dictator s civilian president.
Buhari, who died at the ripe age of 82 is expected to be buried today in Katsina according to Islamic rites, in a ceremony that President Tinubu and other top government officials are expected to attend.
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