"His death is not just a loss to his immediate family and the people of Daura, it is a profound national tragedy. Nigeria has lost a statesman who bore the burdens of leadership in both turbulent and triumphant times and whose legacy will be remembered for generations to come.

"To his beloved family, I offer my deepest condolences. I pray for strength and comfort in this time of grief. To the people of Katsina State and the entire nation, I mourn with you. May we all take solace in the knowledge that he gave his life to the service of Nigeria and never wavered in his belief in her promise.

"May Allah, the Most Merciful, forgive his shortcomings and grant him eternal rest in Aljannah Firdaus." The statement concluded

Since his demise, several leaders, state actors and colleagues have expressed sadness over his death, extolling his leadership legacy from former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former President Goodluck Jonathan, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, former Senate President Bukola Saraki and several other leaders across the country.

With President Bola Tinubu leading the tribute, he orders the immediate burial of the former president according to the Islamic rites in Daura, Katsina State.

Legit.ng previously reported that President Bola Tinubu has mourned the demise of his predecessor and the immediate past President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday, July 13, at an undisclosed hospital in the United Kingdom.

Buhari's death was announced by his spokesperson, Garba Shehu, in a statement, adding that his death was confirmed by the former president's family. He explained that "The family has announced the passing of the former President, Muhammadu Buhari, this afternoon, in a clinic in London."

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Source: Legit.ng