Buhari: President whose cautious pace, health challenges marked his tenure

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja

Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria’s former military ruler turned democratic president, died on July 13, 2025, in London after a prolonged illness. Aged 82, his death closes a chapter marked by high expectations, persistent controversies, and a leadership style shaped by cautious decision-making and recurring ill health.

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