Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari Passes Away at 82
Hey everyone! Today, we’re sharing some important news from Nigeria, a country in West Africa.
🇳🇬 Who was Muhammadu Buhari?
Muhammadu Buhari was a leader and former president of Nigeria. He served as the president from 2015 until 2023. Before that, he had a long career in both the military and in government.
His Passing
On Sunday, President Buhari passed away at the age of 82 in London, the capital city of the United Kingdom. He had been receiving medical treatment there. Nigeria’s current President, Bola Tinubu, confirmed this sad news.
🌍 A Leader in History
Buhari made history in 2015 when he became the first person in Nigeria to defeat a sitting president in an election! That’s like someone new winning a big school election when everyone thought the current leader would win again.
He was re-elected in 2019 and worked hard to make Nigeria a better place. In May 2023, he handed over the presidency to Bola Tinubu.
🛡️ What Did He Do as President?
- Security: He worked to make Nigeria safer. He led efforts against groups causing trouble, like Boko Haram, which is an extremist group in Nigeria.
- Fighting Corruption: Corruption means when people in power use their position unfairly, like cheating or stealing money. Buhari tried to stop this and recover money that was taken unfairly.
- Economic Growth: He wanted to make Nigeria’s economy stronger by developing areas like agriculture (farming) and building infrastructure (like roads and bridges).
Despite challenges like economic recessions (times when the country’s economy wasn’t doing well) and ongoing security issues, he continued to work towards improving Nigeria.
🇳🇬 Honoring His Memory
To honor President Buhari, current President Tinubu has asked for flags to be flown at half-mast. This is a sign of respect when someone important passes away.
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Let’s take a moment to remember the impact President Buhari had on his country. His efforts and dedication will be remembered by many.
Reference(s):
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