Nigerian civil servants, through the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, have commiserated with President Bola Tinubu on the passing of former President, Muhammadu Buhari.

Buhari died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in the United Kingdom.

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, on behalf of the civil servants expressed heartfelt condolences to Tinubu.

They also commiserated with the family of the late Buhari and the Government and people of Katsina State.

“President Buhari’s legacy is firmly etched in the annals of Nigeria’s history as a statesman who led with distinction, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to national service,” a statement signed by Walson-Jack said.

“From his stewardship as Military Head of State (1984–1985), to his tenure as a democratically elected President (2015–2023), he remained a symbol of integrity and patriotic dedication.

“His administration achieved notable milestones in public sector reform, particularly through the implementation of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2017–2020 (FCSSIP-20) and its successor, the FCSSIP 2021–2025.

“These efforts enhanced transparency, strengthened the anti-corruption framework, expanded social investment programmes, and accelerated infrastructure renewal across the country.

“His enduring impact on the Civil Service, marked by the promotion of efficiency, accountability, and the digitilisation of government operations continues to drive administrative transformation.

“The Nigerian Public Service solemnly reflects on the loss of a leader whose values and principles redefined governance. President Buhari’s belief in merit, order, and the rule of law, laid a foundation upon which current reforms stand.

“As we honour his memory, we are comforted by the enduring influence of his ideals on our collective journey toward a more transparent, disciplined, and citizen-focused Civil Service.

“We pray for the peaceful repose of his soul and for divine strength and comfort to his family, the Government, and the people of Nigeria at this moment of national mourning.”

Mamman Daura, nephew to late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has reportedly been admitted to a hospital in London.

Daura, who is sick, is currently recuperating at the undisclosed hospital.

The office of the Vice President, Kashim Shettima confirmed Daura’s ill health in a statement while providing information on the vice president’s trip to London.

Shettima had visited Buhari’s family while in London to facilitate the return of the former president’s body back to Nigeria.

The statement by Shettima’s spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha reads: “The Vice President also visited the late President’s nephew, Malam Mamman Daura, who is recuperating in a London hospital.”

Meanwhile, the remains of the late former president are expected back in Nigeria for burial tomorrow.

The National Orientation Agency, NOA, says it will monitor and ensure compliance to the directive for the National Flag to be flown at half-mast for seven days as directed by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

This is contained in a press statement signed by Paul Odenyi, Deputy Director, C&M issued to OSUNDAILY NG.

He said the Director General of the NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu and NOA family joins Nigerians in mourning the passing of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari GCFR, a leader who left an indelible mark on the nation’s political and moral landscape.

He urged the people to comply with the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive that the national flag be flown at half-mast for seven (7) days.

The DG said NOA will monitor and ensure compliance across public institutions nationwide.

The Agency also calls on private organisations and citizens to participate in this act of national mourning as a tribute to the former President’s legacy.

The Agency, however, encouraged all citizens to honour the former President not only through this gesture, but by living out the ideals of patriotism, discipline, and service which he championed throughout his life.