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AFTER BUHARI: Nigeria at a Crossroads of Memory, Politics, and National Reflection

By: Kamal Hammajo Adam

Freelance Journalist | +2347069274878


The passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday, July 13, 2025, marks the end of an era in Nigeria’s political and historical journey. A former military Head of State turned democratically elected president, Buhari’s death has sparked reflection, realignment, and rising rhetoric across party lines.



BURIAL AND NATIONAL MOURNING

As announced by the Nigerian Presidency and reported by Reuters, Buhari’s body was flown back to Nigeria on Tuesday, July 15, with funeral rites held the same day in Daura, Katsina State, his hometown. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared seven days of national mourning, directing flags to fly at half-mast nationwide. The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, is heading a 9-man inter-ministerial committee overseeing the burial protocol (Vanguard).


POLITICAL TEMPERATURE: Tension Beneath the Tributes

While Buhari’s legacy is being praised at the national level, there’s already friction in the political arena. The All Progressives Congress (APC), Buhari’s party, has positioned itself as chief mourner. Yet, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) quickly responded, accusing APC leaders of “shedding crocodile tears” after allegedly abandoning Buhari’s policies in recent years (DailyPost).


The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in other hand struck a more diplomatic tone, acknowledging Buhari's role in maintaining democratic transitions and regional stability, while subtly contrasting his era with the current APC administration.


The National Assembly suspended plenary sessions until July 22 to honor Buhari’s memory and allow lawmakers to attend the burial (Premium Times).


WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? Buhari’s death, though tragic, could become a pivot point in Nigerian politics:


LEGACY DEBATES WILL INTENSIFY: Buhari was both praised for anti-corruption efforts and criticized for economic hardship and security challenges.


OPPOSITION STRATEGY: ADC, PDP, and perhaps even NNPP may use this moment to build a new anti-APC coalition, invoking Buhari’s unrealized ideals.


APC REALIGNMENT: The ruling party may double down on efforts to "reclaim" Buhari’s image, especially in Northern Nigeria where his popularity remains intact.


2027 ELECTIONS WATCH BEGINS: With Buhari gone, the narrative vacuum may reshape voter alignment, especially among young Northerners who admired him.



Hammajo World’s Take Buhari’s departure is not just a national loss, it’s a test of Nigeria’s political memory. Will his name be used for score-settling or for nation-building? Nigerians will be watching, not just the burial, but the battles over Buhari’s legacy that will surely follow.


✍️ From: Hammajo World Desk

📚 Sources:


• Reuters: Nigeria's former leader Buhari to be buried Tuesday


• Vanguard Nigeria: Tinubu sets up Buhari burial committee


• DailyPost: ADC knocks APC over Buhari’s legacy


• Premium Times: NASS suspends plenary


• AP News: Obituary and public reaction


Rest in Peace, General Muhamm

adu Buhari. May history remember you fairly.


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