National Assembly Halts Plenary to Honour Late President Buhari
The National Assembly has suspended legislative activities in both the Senate and House of Representatives until Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in honour of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday in London.
The announcement was made on Monday in a statement by the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana. According to him, the suspension was directed by the Senate President and the Speaker of the House to allow lawmakers participate fully in the burial arrangements of the late leader.
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“All members of the National Assembly are urged to reschedule their engagements to enable full participation in the burial activities of the late President,” the statement read.
The leadership of both chambers also extended their condolences to the Buhari family, the government and people of Nigeria, and his home state of Katsina. They described Buhari as a man who will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity and his personal integrity.
