The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has described the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari as a deeply saddening moment for Nigeria and its people.
Speaking during his first official visit to Africa—Nigeria being his first stop—Mayor Khan extended heartfelt condolences to the Buhari family and the Nigerian nation. He acknowledged Buhari’s impact on Nigeria’s political history and said his death marks the end of a significant era.
“This is a sad time for Nigeria. My thoughts are with the late President Buhari’s family and the millions of Nigerians mourning his passing,” Khan said during a media interaction.
Mayor Sadiq Khan is currently in Nigeria at the head of a high-powered business delegation consisting of 26 UK-based investors and entrepreneurs. The visit aims to strengthen trade and investment ties between the United Kingdom and Nigeria.
The delegation is engaging with key players in Nigeria’s public and private sectors, with a focus on exploring new business opportunities, fostering economic cooperation, and reinforcing long-term partnerships across various industries.
The Mayor’s visit reflects growing international interest in Nigeria’s emerging markets and is expected to open doors for enhanced collaboration in technology, infrastructure, finance, and green energy.
As the news of former President Buhari’s death continues to generate reactions across the world, Sadiq Khan’s tribute adds to a chorus of condolences from global leaders and institutions honoring his legacy.
