First Lady leads delegation on condolence visit to Aisha Buhari in Kaduna

First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu with Former First Lady of Nigeria Dr Aisha Buhari during the Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s visit to the Kaduna Residence of Late President Muhammadu Buhari with wives of National Assembly members and some Wives of State Governors on Friday 8th August 2025

First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu on Friday led a high-powered delegation of spouses of top government officials on a condolence visit to Hajiya Aisha Buhari, widow of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, at her Kaduna residence.

Tinubu was warmly received by the former First Lady, and the two women shared a heartfelt embrace that symbolized a bond of mutual respect, solidarity, and enduring friendship.

The visit by the First Lady and members of her entourage was recorded in a statement issued by her Senior Special Assistant on Media, Busola Kukoyi.

The visit was a continuation of national mourning following the death of Nigeria’s former leader, who passed away in July.

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Joining the First Lady on the solemn visit were the Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima; the Wife of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hajia Fatima Tajudeen Abass; the Wife of the Kwara State Governor, Ambassador Dr. Olufolake Abdulrasaq; and the Wife of the Kaduna State Governor, Hajia Hafsat Uba Sanni.

The delegation also included several wives of National Assembly members and other dignitaries, all of whom gathered to express their sympathy and offer prayers for the Buhari family.

The visit was marked by solemn moments of reflection and comfort, reinforcing the unity and compassion shared among Nigeria’s leadership and their families in times of loss.

Friday’s visit follows a similar condolence trip by the First Lady to the Buhari family home in Daura on July 19, where she led a delegation comprising wives of Governors, Ministers, and Service Chiefs.

Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Senator Tinubu conveyed deep condolences and affirmed the nation’s appreciation for the former President’s service to Nigeria.

The visit underlines the spirit of national solidarity and shared grief across political and institutional lines in honouring the late statesman.