The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Friday, led a high-powered delegation on a condolence visit to the Kaduna residence of the late President Muhammadu Buhari.
The visit was part of her continued show of solidarity and compassion to the family of the former Nigerian leader following his recent passing.
On arrival, Senator Tinubu was warmly welcomed by the immediate past First Lady, Dr. Aisha Buhari. Their greeting was marked by a tender embrace — a gesture that spoke volumes about their mutual respect, long-standing relationship, and the gravity of the moment.
The atmosphere was solemn, yet filled with warmth, as the two women reflected a bond that went beyond political office, rooted in shared experiences at the highest level of leadership.
The delegation accompanying the First Lady was made up of prominent wives of Nigeria’s political leaders. They included 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, Amb. Dr. Olufolake Abdulrasaq; and the wife of the Kaduna State Governor, Hajia Hafsat Uba Sani.
Together, they represented a cross-section of Nigeria’s leadership families, united by a common purpose — to honour the memory of the late president and to comfort his grieving family.
According to a statement released by Mrs. Busola Kukoyi, the Special Adviser on Media to the First Lady, the visit was deeply emotional.
The delegation offered words of comfort, prayed for the repose of President Buhari’s soul, and extended heartfelt condolences to Dr. Aisha Buhari and other members of the family. It was a moment where personal grief intertwined with the shared sorrow of a nation, underscoring the depth of the late leader’s influence.
This was not the first time Senator Tinubu had paid her respects to the Buhari family since the former president’s demise. On July 19, she had led a similar condolence mission to the family’s home in Daura, Katsina State.
That earlier visit also featured a strong delegation, including wives of state governors, ministers, and spouses of Service Chiefs — an indication of the broad support network rallying around the family during this difficult period.
The Kaduna visit further reinforced the tradition of unity among Nigeria’s political class in times of national loss. It showcased how leaders and their spouses, regardless of political affiliations or state boundaries, could come together to console one another, demonstrate empathy, and honour the contributions of a departed statesman.
For Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the trip was more than a formal duty — it was a personal mission of compassion. In standing with Dr. Aisha Buhari during this period of mourning, she not only paid tribute to a former head of state but also strengthened the bonds of friendship and solidarity that transcend political office.