Legislative proceedings in the national assembly have been put on hold to pay respect to Muhammadu Buhari, the former president of Nigeria.
Buhari passed away on Sunday at a London clinic after battling a long-term illness.
The clerk of the national assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, shared this update through a statement released on Monday.
“I am directed by the president of the senate and the speaker of the house of representatives to inform all members of the national assembly and the general public that all legislative activities are hereby suspended immediately until Tuesday, 22 July, 2025,” the statement reads.
“All members of the national assembly are urged to reschedule their engagements to enable full participation in the burial activities of the late president.”
Leaders of both legislative chambers offered their sympathies to the government and citizens of Nigeria, the administration and residents of Katsina state, as well as the late president’s wives, children, and extended relatives.
“President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity and his integrity,” the statement notes.
“May Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus.”
