The National Assembly has suspended legislative activities for seven days to honour former President Muhammadu Buhari who died on Sunday at the age of 82.
Buhari died in London hospital from a suspected case of leukemia — cancer of the blood.
The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana in a statement issued Monday urged lawmakers to reschedule their engagements.
He said: “The National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria mourns the passing of His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari,GCFR, former President and Commander- in-Chief of the armed forces, who died yesterday, 13th July 2025, in London, United Kingdom.
“In honour of his legacy and service to the nation, I am directed by the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to inform members of the National Assembly and the general public that all legislative activities are suspended immediately until Tuesday, 22 July 2025.
“All members of the National Assembly are urged to reschedule their engagements to enable full participation in the burial activities of the late President.
“On behalf of members and staff of the National Assembly, the leadership of both chambers extend heartfelt condolences to:The government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria; The government and people of Katsina State;His wife, children and the entire Buhari family.”
Ogunlana noted that Buhari would be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity and his integrity.