BUHARI: Nigeria Has Lost A True Patriot – Former VP Osinbajo

Nigeria has lost a true patriot—a man whose life was marked by unyielding devotion to the nation he loved, Nigeria’s former Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo has said of retired Gen Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria’s immediate past President who died in a London Hospital today.

In a statement on Sunday, Osinbajo who was the nation’s number two man during Buhari’s eight-year tenure in office, said President Buhari’s legacy will endure as a testament to the nobility of public service, defined by honesty, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to the public good.

The full text of the statement as made available to Alltimepost.com reads:

Dolapo and I received, with profound sadness, the news of the passing of His Excellency, former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon.

In the moments that followed, we spoke with Her Excellency Aisha Buhari and their son Yusuf Buhari to express our heartfelt condolences and to share in the deep grief of their beloved family—one with whom we had the honour of serving our nation for eight memorable years.

Nigeria has lost a true patriot—a man whose life was marked by unyielding devotion to the nation he loved. President Buhari’s legacy will endure as a testament to the nobility of public service, defined by honesty, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to the public good.

We pray that the Almighty God will grant comfort and strength to his family, and to all who mourn his passing. May his memory always be blessed.

Signed:

Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, GCON

Immediate Past Vice President

Federal Republic of Nigeria

13th, July 2025