One year after his passing, former President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered with special prayers. Family members and close associates are expected to gather for the memorial on Monday, July 13.
ABUJA, NIGERIA — Former President Muhammadu Buhari’s family will hold the first remembrance prayers on Monday, July 13, to mark one year since the late Nigerian leader passed away. According to a notice shared by members of the family and associates, the prayer session will bring together relatives, friends and well-wishers to honour his memory.
The organisers said the remembrance event will focus on prayers for the repose of the former president and reflections on his years of public service. Family members and associates have invited supporters and members of the public to join in offering prayers during the anniversary.
According to the announcement, the gathering aims to celebrate Buhari’s life and legacy through Islamic prayers and remembrance. The organisers said the event will provide an opportunity for those who worked with the former president and those who admired him to pay their respects. Further details about the programme are expected from the family.
Muhammadu Buhari served as Nigeria’s military Head of State between 1983 and 1985 before returning as a democratically elected president in 2015. He completed two terms in office and handed over power in 2023. During his years in office, he oversaw policies on infrastructure, security, agriculture and anti-corruption, making him one of Nigeria’s most prominent political figures.
The development means political leaders, former government officials, supporters and members of the public are expected to reflect on Buhari’s contributions to Nigeria’s political history during the anniversary. The remembrance prayers also provide an opportunity for family members and associates to honour his legacy while keeping his memory alive through a solemn gathering, according to the organisers.
