The National Assembly has suspended all legislative activities in both the Senate and the House of Representatives until Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in honour of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, in London, United Kingdom.
The announcement was made on Monday in an official statement issued by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana.
“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 sittings are hereby suspended,” the statement read.
Ogunlana added, “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 extended their condolences to the government and people of Nigeria, the people of Katsina State, his widow Aisha Buhari, his children, and the entire Buhari family.
“President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity and his integrity,” Ogunlana stated.
Born in Daura, Katsina State, in Nigeria’s North-West region, Buhari first led the country as military Head of State from January 1984 to August 1985. He later returned as a democratically elected president, serving two terms from May 29, 2015, to May 29, 2023.
