The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Tuesday, 15th of July 2025, as a public holiday in honor of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari.

The former president Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, passed away on the 13th of July 2025 in a clinic in London and has been transported back to Nigeria for proper burial arrangements in an Islamic manner.

For President Muhammadu Buhari is dead. 

Bashir Ahmad, his former aide, announced the passing of the former president on X.

He wrote, “The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London.

May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus. Amin.”

Former President Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s civilian president from 2015 to 2023 after previously leading the country as a military head of state between 1983 and 1985, was known for his stance on anti-corruption and efforts to stabilize the economy.

The family is anticipated to provide more information about the funeral plans in compliance with Islamic customs.

There are three major steps involved in cleaning the Kaaba. Initially, 40 liters of Zamzam water were split into two gallons and combined with Taif rose water and a unique oud oil for the preparation step.

The Kaaba’s interior and walls are then cleaned during the real washing phase. Lastly, there comes the stage of incense and perfume, which includes quality oud incense and Taif rose oil.

What is the Kaaba washed with?

• 40 litres of Zamzam water divided into two gallons of silver
• 540 millilitres of Taif rose water
• 24 millilitres of high-quality Taif rose oil
• 24 millilitres of Oud oil
• 3 millilitres of musk to perfume the walls and floor of the Kaaba

Saudi authorities clarified that all materials used in the ritual were carefully prepared in advance “to ensure the highest levels of purity and sanctity.”

Photos from the annual religious ceremony here: