National assembly suspends legislative activities for 7 days to mourn Buhari

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National assembly suspends legislative activities for 7 days to mourn Buhari

The National Assembly has suspended all legislative activities for the next seven days in honour of former President, Muhammadu Buhari who di£d at a London Hospital on Sunday, July 13.

In a statement on Monday morning, July 14, Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana said the suspension of legislative activities is to enable lawmakers mobilise and attend the funeral activities of the former President.

The statement reads “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 is 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 entire Buhari family.

“President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity and his integrity. May Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus”.

The House of Representatives was scheduled to resume plenary activities on Tuesday, July 15, after a one week break for the NASS open week.