China, US, ECOWAS mourn Buhari 

The Government of the People’s Republic of China, has mourned the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, saying that Buhari was a resolute leader whose unwavering dedication to Nigeria’s unity and progress left an enduring legacy.

The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria, posted the condolence message on its X handle.

“The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria extends our deepest condolences to the people of Nigeria on the passing of His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari (Rtd), Former President of Nigeria.

“We mourn a resolute leader whose unwavering dedication to Nigeria’s unity and progress leaves an enduring legacy. His pivotal contributions to advancing China-Nigeria relations will forever remain etched in our shared history. Our thoughts are with his family and Nigerian people,” the condolence message read.

On its part, the United States Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria, said Buhari was a leader whose life was defined by service, discipline, and a commitment to restore integrity to public office.

“The U.S. Mission in Nigeria extends our deepest condolences to the people of Nigeria on the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, a leader whose life was defined by service, discipline, and a commitment to restore integrity to public office.

“His legacy includes his efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions.  Our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and all Nigerians who mourn this loss,” the United States Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria said.

In a condolence message on behalf of the Government and people of Sierra Leone and in his capacity as Chairman of the Economic Community  of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of State and Government, President Julius Maada Bio, said it was with profound grief that he mourned the passing of his dear friend and former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, who departed this life on Sunday, 13th July 2025.

In the message released by the Office of the Press Secretary, State House, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Bio extended heartfelt condolences to the Government and People of Nigeria, to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and most especially to the bereaved family of the late President Buhari.

“The late President Buhari was a formidable statesman whose dedication to the service of his nation will remain a testament to his legacy.

“As Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority, President Bio recognizes with admiration the leadership demonstrated by the late President Buhari during his tenure as Chairperson of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government. His courageous commitment to the advancement of regional peace stability, and economic integration was a hallmark of his stewardship.

“During this time of great sorrow, Sierra Leone stands in solidarity with the people of Nigeria. We join all West Africans and the global community in mourning the loss of a true patriot,” Bio said.

Also, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Alieu Omar Touray, said it was with deep sorrow that the world learnt of the passing of Buhari.

“On behalf of all the institutions of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), H.E. Dr Omar Alieu TOURAY, President of the ECOWAS Commission, extends his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, to His Excellency President Bola Ahmed BOLA TINUBU, the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and to the entire Nigerian people.

“ECOWAS salutes the memory of this distinguished statesman whose invaluable contributions greatly advanced democracy and regional integration in West Africa and across the African continent.