“These acts have instilled courage in all of us to face this loss,” the family stated.
The family of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari has appreciated Nigerians and the international community for their overwhelming show of support during the period of mourning and burial rites.
In a statement signed by Mallam Garba Shehu, for the family through Malam Mamman Daura, the most senior member of the Buhari family said, they extended special gratitude to President Bola Tinubu and his wife, Senator Remi Tinubu, for their roles before and after the death of the former president.
“The visits, messages, and the decision to declare a public holiday and rename the University of Maiduguri after Buhari were thoughtful gestures that comforted our hearts,” the family stated.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima, who traveled to the United Kingdom and later visited Daura with ministers during the mourning period, was also singled out for praise.
Gratitude was similarly extended to global leaders, including King Charles III of the United Kingdom, United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres; Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed; the Chairman of the African Union, and ECOWAS Heads of State, for their condolences, letters, and personal visits or calls.
In addition, the family acknowledged visits and messages from current and former Nigerian leaders, including former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar; former Vice-Presidents, Atiku Abubakar, Namadi Sambo, Yemi Osinbajo, and Ambassador Babagana Kingibe.
Governors of various states, especially the host Governor, Dr Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina, as well as Borno, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, and former Anambra State Governor, Dr Peter Obi, were also recognized for their expressions of sympathy.
The statement further appreciated the presence and support of National Assembly leaders, including Senate President, Godswill Akpabio; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas; Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin; and other lawmakers at both national and state levels.
Traditional rulers across Nigeria, including the Sultan of Sokoto, the Shehu of Borno, and the Emirs of Gwandu, Katsina, and Daura, were also commended for their show of solidarity.
Furthermore, the family expressed gratitude to religious and community leaders, youth groups, women, politicians, civil servants, security agencies, and media organisations that participated in the series of events and moments.
Business moguls including Aliko Dangote, Abdul Samad Rabiu, Muhammadu Indimi, Dahiru Mangal, Kola Adesina, and Nasiru Danu were equally recognised for their condolence visits.
President Muhammadu Buhari, who led Nigeria from 2015 to 2023, passed away in the United Kingdom earlier this month. He was buried in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, in accordance with Islamic rites.