President Tinubu Sets Up Committee for Buhari’s State Funeral on July 15, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has established an inter-ministerial committee to coordinate the state funeral of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
The committee is chaired by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, and is responsible for planning and delivering a dignified funeral ceremony.
Buhari will be laid to rest on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM in Daura, Katsina State.
A statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, confirmed that the committee includes key members of the Federal Executive Council, national security officials, and presidential advisers.
The Office of the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, will serve as the committee’s secretariat.
To allow Nigerians to pay their respects, President Tinubu has directed all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to open condolence registers at their offices. Central condolence registers will also be available at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja.
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15 a public holiday in honor of the late former president. This declaration, made by the Ministry of Interior, aligns with the seven-day national mourning period and reflects the government’s recognition of Buhari’s contributions to the nation.
President Tinubu described Buhari as a leader who served with integrity and a deep commitment to Nigeria’s unity and progress.
