By Marvellous Nyang
July 13, 2025
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, GCON, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a “true patriot” whose life exemplified selfless service to the nation.
In a statement released shortly after the announcement of Buhari’s death, Osinbajo noted that he and his wife, Dolapo, received the news with “profound sadness.” He revealed that they had spoken with the former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, and their son, Yusuf, to offer personal condolences and share in the family’s grief.
“We had the honour of serving our nation together for eight memorable years,” Osinbajo said, reflecting on their time in office from 2015 to 2023.
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Paying tribute to Buhari’s legacy, the former vice president remarked, “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.”
He concluded by praying for divine comfort for the bereaved family and all Nigerians mourning the former leader, adding, “May his memory always be blessed.”
President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, served as Nigeria’s civilian president from 2015 to 2023 and previously as a military head of state from 1983 to 1985. His death marks the end of a political era that significantly shaped Nigeria’s recent history.
