The National Assembly has suspended all legislative activities for one week in honour of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 82.
The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, announced the suspension in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja.
“In honour of his 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,” the statement read.
Members were advised to adjust their schedules to enable full participation in the burial activities of the late former president.
The leadership of both chambers also extended condolences to the Federal Government, the people and government of Katsina State, as well as Buhari’s 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,” the statement concluded.
(NAN)