- Safiu Kehinde
The National Assembly (NASS) has suspended all legislative activities for one week to mourn immediate past President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday at the age of 82.
NPO Reported that the ex-President passed away at London hospital after prolonged illness.
His demise had seen several Nigerian and world leaders paid tribute to the former President with his successor, President Bola Tinubu, directing that the national flag be flown half-mast for the next seven days.
While also mourning the former President, the National Assembly in a statement issued on Monday by its Clerk, Kamoru Ogunlana, announced the suspension of its plenary session and all legislative activities.
As contained in the statement, all members of the Assembly were advised to reschedule their engagements to enable full participation in the burial activities of the ex-President.
The statement reads; “In honour of his (former President Muhammadu Buhari) legacy and service to the nation…
“I am directed by the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to inform all members of the National Assembly and the general public that all legislative activities in the National Assembly are hereby suspended immediately until Tuesday, July 22.
“All members of the National Assembly are urged to reschedule their engagements to enable full participation in the burial activities of the late President.
“The leadership of both Chambers, on behalf of members and staff of the National Assembly extend heartfelt condolences to the government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“The government and people of Katsina State; His wife, children and the entire Buhari family.
“President Buhari will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity and his integrity. May Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus.”