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Former Information Minister Lai Mohammed has expressed deep sorrow over the death of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, calling it a personal loss.
He described Buhari as a patriot, humanist, and mentor, recalling their close bond and final meeting during Ramadan. Mohammed praised Buhari’s integrity and leadership, praying for his soul and consoling Nigerians.
A Rivers State High Court has barred Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas from inaugurating new members of the Rivers State Services Commission, pending judgment in a suit by suspended officials appointed by Governor Fubara.
The claimants argue their removal was unlawful and without due process. Judgment is set for September 29, 2025.
Aero Contractors MD, Capt. Ado Sanusi, has criticized the $300 helicopter landing fee approved for NAEBI Dynamic Concept Limited, stating it lacks regulatory backing and offers no value-added service.
He urged the federal government to rescind the fee, saying the firm has made no investment justifying such charges and warning against arbitrary levies in the aviation sector.
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has scheduled July 16 for the arraignment of Abuja lawyer Abu Arome and three Ghanaians over alleged forgery and attempted takeover of Nigerian firms using falsified documents.
The 26-count charge, filed by the Inspector General of Police, accuses the defendants of fraud, impersonation, and forging board resolutions to seize control of Houses for Africa Nigeria Ltd and Jonahcapital Nigeria Ltd.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has suspended all political activities nationwide for three days in honour of late former President Muhammadu Buhari.
In a statement by spokesperson Paul Mumeh, ADC Chairman David Mark praised Buhari’s patriotism, integrity, and contributions to Nigeria’s unity and democracy. The party also called on the Federal Government to immortalize him through national monuments.
Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has announced the burial arrangements for Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in a hospital in London.
At a press briefing on Monday, the Katsina governor said following consultations with the late president’s family and close associates in London, it has been agreed that the remains of the former leader would arrive in Katsina on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, by noon. He disclosed that the burial would take place in Daura, the hometown of the late president, by 2pm on the same day.
Radda expressed deep condolences on behalf of himself, the state government, and the people of Katsina State, to the family of the late President and all Nigerians mourning the loss of a national icon. Meanwhile, the paper work to perfect the release of Buhari’s body from the hospital in London has begun. UK correspondent Juliana Olayinka said the remains of the late Nigerian former president would be released once the documentations were perfected.
Earlier on Monday, Vice President Kashim Shettima and the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, arrived in London, the United Kingdom, to receive the body of the late president. The Nigerian delegation to the United Kingdom was received by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar; Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum; among others.