The Governors stated that displayed profound moral courage, character, and an amazing sense of duty during his lifetime.

This position was made known in a statement on Sunday by the NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor, , following the of Buhari’s death by his spokesperson, .

reports that the Governors also used the opportunity to convey their condolences to former First Lady, and the rest of the family.

They prayed for Allah to grant the former President al-jannah Firdaus, and bless the family and the nation with the patience to go through this phase.

“The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) receives with a profound sense of loss and sadness the death of His Excellency former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, in London, on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

“This death is a significant depletion in the rank of Africa’s all-time great men. Muhammadu Buhari was not just a former President or military leader; he was a national political leader with profound moral courage, character, and amazing sense of duty. He would be remembered for his humility, strategic patience, and modest lifestyle.

“We send our deepest condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the painful loss of his dear friend, compatriot, immediate predecessor, and fellow party man.

“Our thoughts are also with Her Excellency, former First Lady Mrs Aishah Buhari, and the rest of the family at this difficult moment.

“Similarly, we commiserate with His Excellency Governor Dikko Umar Radda and the good people of Katsina State on this very sad development.

“We ask Allaah, who gives and takes life, to ease the account of his servant, Muhammadu Buhari, widen and lighten up his grave, admit him to al-jannah Firdaus, and bless the family and the nation with the patience to go through this phase,” the statement signed by AbdulRazaq read.