Buhari, 82,  on Sunday at a London clinic following a prolonged illness.

Family sources revealed that the former president had been battling an undisclosed ailment and was recently discharged from intensive care before his condition worsened.

He had initially fallen ill during a routine medical check-up abroad and remained under observation until his demise.

Several celebrities have taken to social media to react differently as tributes continue to pour in for the late president.

Fuji music legend Wasiu Ayinde (KWAM 1) a heartfelt dirge on social media, praising Buhari as a “good man” and thanking him for his contributions to Nigeria. He also extended condolences to President Bola Tinubu.

Pere Egbi, the ex-BBNaija housemate and actor, called on President Bola Tinubu to learn from Buhari’s tenure and address Nigeria’s pressing challenges.

“May his soul rest in peace until resurrection morning.  Mr. President @officialABAT, as you reflect on your predecessor’s legacy, I appeal to your conscience and your power: Nigeria is hurting. Millions are broken. Many have lost faith in our political leaders, not because they want to, but because the pain left behind has fermented into bitterness and hate,” he .

“I do not agree with some things you’ve done so far. But, I do believe healing is not impossible and that you, as president, still hold the power to change the narrative for good. History is watching. So is the next generation.”

May his soul rest in peace until resurrection morning. 🕊️

Mr. President @officialABAT , as you reflect on your predecessor’s legacy, I appeal to your conscience and your power:
Nigeria is hurting. Millions are broken. Many have lost faith in our political leaders, not because https://t.co/wHD3N4oag8

— Pere Egbi ✊🏾 (@PereEgbi) July 14, 2025

Controversial singer Portable, prayed for Tinubu’s health while criticising Nigeria’s lack of quality healthcare. He also announced plans to organise a London show in Buhari’s honour.

“My fans, it has happened. Make sure you do good. Tinubu did not offend us; it is Buhari. Nigeria will not happen to us all. Buhari has died in London. Our current president will not die. He will complete these four years and do another four years. May God rest Buhari’s soul,” he said.

“All the rich people should listen, you own and build everything but not hospitals. Hoodlums who jump around politicians, be careful so that they do not just use you as tools. I want to book for a show in London.”

Tacha Akide, the former Big Brother Naija housemate, acknowledged Buhari’s significance in Nigeria’s story, despite differing opinions on his leadership.

“No matter your views, Muhammadu Buhari was a major part of Nigeria’s story. RIP,” she on X.

No matter your views, Muhammadu Buhari was a major part of Nigeria’s story. RIP💔

— TACHA🔱🇬🇭 🇳🇬 (@Symply_Tacha) July 13, 2025

Leo Dasilva, the reality TV star, speculated on the political fallout, suggesting Buhari’s death could weaken the APC’s influence in northern Nigeria.

President Buhari’s passing could make the capture of the north a bit complex for APC.

— Leo Dasilva (@SirLeoBDasilva) July 13, 2025

DJ Switchthe Nigerian disc jockey and activist, delivered a scathing critique, accusing Buhari of failing Nigerians and leaving no meaningful legacy.

“Please. He achieved what? He achieved what? And with what? With our resources? With our money? What did he achieve? Oh, you don’t realise that he lived long because of our resources? Do you know how many people are dying in Nigeria?” she said in a video.

“Do you know how many people are starving in Nigeria because they don’t have national cake to steal from? They don’t have national cake to go get quality treatment abroad. With all of that stuff that they’ve stolen, that they keep stealing, they are less likely to be attacked by police or armed robbers on the road when they are riding around with heavy security.

“I don’t need to prove my empathy to anybody. But, I do believe that history will always be the real long life. Because when you are a leader and you are not fair, you don’t lead in the service of the people, the people will make a drink and toast to your demise.

“But when you lead with justice, fairness, the people will cry and mourn, the people will wail, they will remember you forever. And that is what that post meant. Like I said, I don’t really need to prove empathy.”

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