Lagos, Nigeria – 15 July, 2025–The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) joins the nation in mourning the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Buhari served the nation first as a military leader and, more recently, as a civilian President from 2015 to 2023, during which he implemented policies aimed at promoting economic growth, improving infrastructure, and enhancing Nigeria’s industrial development.

His tenure highlighted the importance of manufacturing as a driver of economic development and job creation.

Though the economy experienced difficulties during his tenure, Buhari granted the Association audience to proffer solutions to mitigate the binding constraints that limited the performance of the manufacturing sector.

He also provided solutions to some of the challenges confronting manufacturers.

Otunba Francis Meshioye, President of the Association, said, “We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, associates, and all Nigerians during this solemn time”.

As the nation reflects on the life and career of President Muhammadu Buhari, MAN calls upon all Nigerians to honour his memory.

We should also reflect on his achievements and continue to work toward manufacturing advancements.

The government should reflect on its policies and recommit to the creation of a conducive atmosphere for sustainable economic development and the upliftment of the overall well-being of the citizenry.

President Bola Tinubu will personally receive the body of late former president Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, his hometown in Katsina State on Tuesday.

The body will arrive at Umaru Musa Yar’adua Airport in Katsina.Tinubu had earlier asked Vice-President Kashim Shettima and Femi Gbajabiamila, his Chief of Staff, to proceed to the UK to accompany the body home.

At Buhari’s Daura residence, on Tuesday, officials of the Department of State Services (DSS) and men of the Nigerian Army were seen stationed at the entrance.

Policemen and men of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) were also positioned at strategic places.

According to report, the digging of the grave had commenced.

A portion of the late president’s residence had earlier been marked for his interment.

Garba Shehu, spokesman of the former president, had earlier revealed that the body of the late President was expected to arrive between 11am and 12pm on Tuesday.

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•Former Head of State, Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd).

Former Military Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, has revealed he was admitted to the same hospital in London, United Kingdom, as former President Muhammadu Buhari.

The former military ruler said that he learned of Buhari’s death after he had been discharged.

“Unfortunately, we were in the hospital together, but I have been discharged,” he said.

“When I heard the news of his death, I quickly went there to condole with the family and see what could be done to get the corpse ready to be taken home.”

“My relationship with Buhari goes as far back as 1962. We joined the military, he was my senior and during the unfortunate civil war we were fighting in the same sector. Gen Buhari was a gentleman; he was very quiet and sincere.

You can trust Buhari with anything on this earth and he will not betray you,” he added.