Breaking News – The long-feared and often rumored has now been confirmed: Former President Muhammadu Buhari is dead. He died on July 12, 2025, in London, after suffering complications from a chronic respiratory illness. But while his family mourns, millions of Nigerians are asking an uncomfortable question:
Did Buhari’s death bring closure to an era of betrayal and economic decay – or the loss of a misunderstood patriot?
This isn’t just a death announcement. This is the closing chapter of one of the most controversial political legacies in Nigerian history.
Is Buhari Dead? The Rumors Are Now Reality
For years, Nigerians whispered in anger and frustration:
- Is Buhari dead?
- What happened to Buhari?
- Has he been replaced?
- Is this the real Buhari?
Those questions flooded Twitter, BBCHausa.com, and even international media as the president disappeared for months in London during his presidency. Some claimed a “Buhari clone” was running Nigeria. Others said the man in Aso Rock was no longer human.
Now, the truth is out. President Muhammadu Buhari has officially died. A man who barely addressed the nation during times of crisis, who disappeared when Nigerians needed him most, has finally left the stage.
Cause of Death: What Killed Buhari?
Buhari died from chronic respiratory failure, according to family insiders. He passed away in a private London hospital — far from the crumbling healthcare system he left for Nigerians back home.
Isn’t it ironic? The same man who neglected Nigerian hospitals ended up dying in a foreign one.
How Old Was Buhari When He First Ruled Nigeria?
At just 41 years old, Buhari took power in a 1983 military coup. Back then, he claimed to be fighting corruption. Four decades later, he returned — promising change again. But many Nigerians say what they got instead was:
- Two economic recessions
- The Twitter ban
- #EndSARS bloodshed
- The rise of bandits and kidnappers
- And a collapsed Naira
What Did Buhari Actually Do in Nigeria?
Here’s the uncomfortable truth: Buhari did some things right — but many say he did more damage than good.
✅ What His Supporters Praise
- Massive infrastructure projects (Lagos-Ibadan Rail, 2nd Niger Bridge)
- N-Power, TraderMoni, and cash transfer programs
- Aggressive anti-corruption rhetoric (even if mostly symbolic)
- Anchor Borrowers’ Programme for rice farming
❌ What Critics Won’t Forget
- Unending insecurity: Boko Haram, bandits, herdsmen
- Skyrocketing inflation and unemployment
- Youth protests crushed with military force (#EndSARS)
- Ethnic favoritism and lopsided appointments
- Disdain for free speech and human rights
- Vanishing during national crises
In the words of one youth activist:
“Buhari didn’t just rule us — he disappeared on us.”
Buhari’s Death: National Mourning or National Relief?
President Tinubu has declared a 3-day national mourning period and July 14, 2025, a public holiday in Buhari’s honor. But while APC supporters sing his praises, many Nigerians are silently — or openly — celebrating the end of an era they believe ruined the country.
On social media:
- Some are mourning.
- Others are posting memes.
- And many are asking: “Why didn’t Buhari die in a Nigerian hospital like the people he governed?”
How Many Children Did Buhari Have?
President Buhari had 10 children, including Yusuf, Zahra, and Halima. His wife, Aisha Buhari, was often critical of his administration. In fact, many Nigerians felt she voiced what her husband couldn’t or wouldn’t.
Where Was Buhari Buried?
Buhari was buried in Daura, Katsina State, under tight security and Islamic rites. Top officials — including President Tinubu, Shettima, Obasanjo, and IBB — attended. But millions of Nigerians remained indifferent, many refusing to participate in mourning rituals.
Final Thoughts: What Really Happened to Buhari?
Here’s what we now know:
- Is Buhari dead? → Yes. Confirmed.
- When did Buhari die? → July 12, 2025.
- What killed Buhari? → Chronic respiratory illness.
- Where did Buhari die? → In a London hospital.
- Where was he buried? → Daura, Katsina.
- How many children did he have? → 10.
But here’s the bigger question Nigerians are asking:
Is Buhari’s legacy dead too? Or will his policies haunt the nation for years to come?
Whether you loved or loathed him, one thing is clear: Muhammadu Buhari will go down as one of Nigeria’s most divisive leaders.
And now that he’s gone, the real postmortem begins — not of his body, but of the broken nation he left behind.
What do you think? Do you think President Buhari did his best during his time as president or do you think otherwise? Let’s have a chat in the comments below.