The committee, to be chaired by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, is tasked with delivering a burial ceremony for the former president, who passed away on Sunday.
President Bola Tinubu has approved the formation of an inter-ministerial committee to oversee the planning and coordination of a state funeral for the late former President, Muhammadu Buhari.
The committee, to be chaired by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, is tasked with delivering a burial ceremony for the former president, who passed away on Sunday.
Late Buhari will be buried tomorrow, Tuesday, in Daura, Katsina State, by 2pm.
According to a statement signed by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, the committee includes several key ministers and top security officials.
Among them are the Ministers of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Defence, Information and National Orientation, Works, Interior, FCT, Housing and Urban Development, Health and Social Welfare (State), and Culture and Creative Economy.
"National Security Adviser, Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination;
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters; Inspector General of Police; Director-General, Department of State Services and Chief of Defence Staff," he added.
Imohiosen said the Office of the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office (GSO), will serve as the secretariat for the committee.
"In honour of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, President Tinubu has also directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies to open condolence registers at the entrance of their respective offices for the public to pay their respects to the late Elder Statesman.
Additionally, a central condolence register for the diplomatic community and the general public will be opened at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja. Further briefings will follow as the days unfold,” the statement added.
Earlier, the Tinubu-led Nigerian government announced July 15 as a public holiday.
This was disclosed in a press statement signed by Dr. Magdalene Ajani, who is the Permanent Secretary of the Interior Ministry.
"In furtherance to the seven days of national mourning declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the Federal Government has declared Tuesday, 15 July 2025, as a Public Holiday in honour of the late former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR."
"The Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, following the approval of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR."
"The Minister stated that the holiday is a mark of respect for the late President’s service to the nation, his contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey, and his enduring legacy in governance and national development."
“President Muhammadu Buhari served Nigeria with dedication, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the unity and progress of our great nation. This public holiday provides an opportunity for all Nigerians to reflect on his life, leadership, and the values he upheld,” the Minister said.
"He urged citizens to use the day to honour the late President’s memory by promoting peace, patriotism, and national cohesion, in line with his vision for a prosperous and united Nigeria."
The statement read that "as earlier announced, the National Flags are to fly at half-mast for the seven days of mourning period from Sunday, 13th July 2025."
"The Federal Government extends its deepest condolences to the family of the late President, the people of Katsina State, and all Nigerians, while praying for the peaceful repose of his soul."
