Buhari Buried in Daura With State Honors

Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari was laid to rest in Daura after dying at age 82 in London, with thousands attending the burial conducted with full military honors and Islamic rites. President Bola Tinubu personally received Buhari's remains and led the nation in mourning, marking a new precedent and prompting the Federal Government to declare a public holiday in Buhari's honor. High-ranking officials and dignitaries from Nigeria and abroad attended the funeral, while world leaders such as China's President Xi Jinping and Saudi Arabia's King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent condolences. The event was marked by political tensions, as Tinubu and opposition leaders were present but did not interact. Tributes highlighted Buhari's commitment to national unity and his legacy in international relations. Buhari was remembered for his integrity and passion for Nigeria, despite criticisms of his presidency.