President Bola Tinubu will unveil a commemorative book titled Tributes and Condolences in Honour of Former President Muhammadu Buhari at the Nigerian Army Resource Centre, Abuja, on July 13, 2026, as part of activities marking the first anniversary of the late president’s passing.
Chairman of the Central Planning Committee and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing journalists in Abuja on preparations for the memorial programme.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari died on July 13, 2025, while receiving medical treatment in London. His remains were later flown back to Nigeria and laid to rest in his hometown with full state and military honours.
Mustapha said the anniversary event, with President Tinubu serving as the Special Guest of Honour, would bring together Buhari’s family members, friends, former associates, public officials and admirers for prayers and reflections on the late leader’s life, leadership and legacy.
He added that a select number of individuals who worked closely with the former president would deliver tributes, highlighting his contributions to Nigeria and sharing personal experiences from their time with him.
“A book of tributes, Tributes and Condolences in Honour of Muhammadu Buhari, will be presented to the public by the Special Guest of Honour, His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” Mustapha said.
“Within its pages, the global community—including heads of state, diplomats and political leaders—remembered the late President as a man of simplicity, resilience and integrity.
“Following his passing at the age of 82 on July 13 last year, the world paid tribute to his humility and enduring example of public service. I should add that the book is neither for sale nor intended for fundraising. It is meant for free distribution.”
Mustapha said religious leaders from different faiths and denominations would lead special prayers during the memorial.
“Our hope is that the occasion will not only honour the memory of the late President but also provide comfort and encouragement to his family, friends, admirers and the entire nation, which continues to cherish his legacy of service,” he added.
The former SGF also disclosed that stakeholders would decide after the first memorial anniversary whether future commemorations should become an annual event or be observed periodically.
“As his associates, family members, friends and those who served with him, we believed it was only fitting to commemorate the first anniversary of his passing,” Mustapha said.
“It has been a year of solemn reflection on the life and times of President Muhammadu Buhari. Personally, I miss him and remain grateful for the opportunity to have served the nation under his leadership.”