The European Union Delegation to Nigeria has expressed heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Nigeria following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82.
In a message posted via its official communication channel, the EU described Buhari as a committed advocate of multilateralism and a defender of the international rule-based order.
“The EU Delegation expresses its deepest condolences to the People & Government of Nigeria on the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari,” the statement read.
“Throughout his service, President Buhari showed commitment to multilateralism and international rule-based order, values shared with the EU. We stand with all Nigerians in commemorating his legacy.”
The European bloc joined the growing list of international institutions and leaders mourning the passing of the former military ruler and civilian president, whose leadership spanned critical phases of Nigeria’s democratic and foreign policy development.
President Buhari, who governed Nigeria from 2015 to 2023 after an earlier tenure as military head of state between 1983 and 1985, was widely seen as a symbol of discipline, anti-corruption, and regional engagement.
His final journey back to his hometown in Daura, Katsina State, has drawn wide national and international attention, with dignitaries including President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and several foreign representatives taking part in the funeral proceedings.
