Ex-President Buhari Passes Away at 82

🇳🇬 Pidgin Version

<p class="my-6 leading-relaxed text-foreground">Nigeria mourns the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died in a London hospital at the age of 82. The news, confirmed by his former spokesman Garba Shehu, marks the end of an era for a leader who significantly shaped Nigeria's political landscape.</p><p class="my-6 leading-relaxed text-foreground">Buhari, a man of two political lives, first served as a military general in the 1980s before being overthrown in 1985 by General Ibrahim Babangida. After Nigeria's return to civilian rule in 1999, he re-emerged on the political scene, eventually winning the presidency in 2015. He served two terms, from 2015 to 2023, stepping down just two years before his demise.</p><p class="my-6 leading-relaxed text-foreground">Born in December 1942 in Katsina, Buhari was a Muslim from the northern region. His journey in government began in 1976 as a minister under then-military ruler Olusegun Obasanjo. His military rule from 1983 to 1985 saw him jailed for 40 months after his overthrow. His persistent pursuit of the presidency saw him contest in 2003 and 2007 before his eventual victory in 2014.</p><p class="my-6 leading-relaxed text-foreground">As the nation grapples with this significant loss, arrangements are being made for his burial under Islamic rites. Political figures and key actors are expected to pay their respects to the departed leader and his family. This sad news will undoubtedly stir up a lot of gist and reflections on his legacy, both as a military head of state and a democratically elected president. Many will be asking, "Wetin dey happen?" and sharing their thoughts on a life that profoundly impacted Naija.</p>