The Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) joins the nation in mourning the passing of former Head of State and President, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, who died on Sunday, 13th July, 2025, at a London hospital, in the United Kingdom, at 82 years
ANSEC, at its 14th meeting held at the new government house, called the Light House, Awka, on 14th July 2025, held a one-minute silence for the late former president, describing his death as a great loss to the nation
Earlier, Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo expressed shock and profound sorrow over the demise of former President Buhari.
The governor stated that his death marks the end of an era, as he was a towering figure in Nigeria’s history and a dedicated patriot of the country.
According to the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, Governor Soludo affirmed that the life of Late President Muhammadu Buhari was characterized by an unyielding commitment to integrity, discipline, and the pursuit of a better Nigeria.
Governor Soludo said that as a military officer during his tenure as Head of State and later as a democratically elected President, he consistently demonstrated a profound love for Nigeria and its people, with a popular stance against public indiscipline as executed with the War Against Indiscipline (WAI) campaign during his military administration.
The Governor further recalled President Buhari’s contributions to national development as pivotal and unforgettable, as his administration’s efforts in security, infrastructure, and the fight against corruption were notable.
Governor Soludo asserted that the late president championed initiatives aimed at strengthening the nation’s economy, improving agricultural output, and ensuring the welfare of all Nigerians.
He added that beyond the former president’s policy achievements, he was a man of immense personal conviction, as his steadfastness, even in the face of daunting challenges, served as an inspiration to many.
Late President Buhari was a leader who believed in the unity and potential of Nigeria, working tirelessly towards a nation where peace and prosperity would reign.
