National Assembly suspends plenary to honour Buhari

The National Assembly has announced the suspension of all legislative activities in honour of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday in a London clinic after a prolonged illness.

The decision was made public on Monday through an official statement issued by the Clerk of the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana.

According to Ogunlana, the suspension is a mark of deep respect for the late leader, whose passing has sent shockwaves across the nation. He added that further details on rescheduled sittings and official tributes will be communicated in due course.

“I am directed by the president of the senate and the speaker of the house of representatives to inform all members of the national assembly and the general public that all legislative activities are hereby suspended immediately until Tuesday, 22 July, 2025,” the statement reads.

“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 leadership of both chambers extended condolences to the government and people of Nigeria, the government and people of Katsina state, as well as the late president’s wives, children, and extended family.

“President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity and his integrity,” the statement notes.

“May Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus.”