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What Buhari did when he heard rumors that I planned to kill him – Aisha
Former First Lady Aisha Buhari has disclosed that her late husband, former President Muhammadu Buhari, locked himself inside his room after believing rumors within Aso Rock that she planned to kill him.
The revelation was contained in a new biography titled From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari, written by Dr Charles Omole and launched at the State House on Monday, December 16, 2025.
The book follows Buhari’s life journey from his early years in Daura, Katsina State, to his final days in a London hospital in mid-July 2025.
According to the account, Aisha Buhari said gossip and fear inside the Presidential Villa created tension that affected her husband’s daily life.
She stated that for about a week, Buhari believed the rumours, became cautious, changed his habits, and started locking his room.
During this period, his meals were delayed or missed, and the supplements he depended on were stopped.
She explained that this disruption marked the beginning of the health crisis that later forced Buhari to take long medical leave in 2017.
She maintained that the illness was not caused by poisoning or any hidden disease but by the breakdown of a feeding and nutrition routine she had managed for years.
The book stated that Aisha Buhari had always supervised her husband’s meals and supplements at fixed times, even before he became president.
She described Buhari as someone with a long history of nutrition-related weakness who depended on a strict routine to stay strong.
After moving into Aso Villa, she reportedly met with close aides, including security and medical officials, to explain the importance of the plan.
However, the routine gradually collapsed. Aisha Buhari said that for nearly a year, her husband stopped eating lunch and his meals were poorly managed.
His condition worsened and led to two extended medical trips to the United Kingdom in 2017, lasting a total of 154 days. During his absence, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo handled presidential duties.
After returning to Nigeria, Buhari admitted that he had never been that ill before and confirmed receiving blood transfusions.
The book said that his prolonged absence led to widespread rumours and speculation across the country.
Aisha Buhari rejected claims that there were attempts to poison her husband, insisting that the real cause of the crisis was the loss of his nutrition routine.
In London, doctors placed Buhari on a stronger supplement plan.
At first, he was afraid and reluctant to take them, but she took charge of his care and ensured he received the prescribed supplements through his meals.
She described the recovery as rapid, saying that within days Buhari no longer needed support to walk and soon began receiving visitors.
The book stated that this marked both the beginning and the end of the illness.
Dr Omole also addressed criticism over Buhari’s repeated medical treatment abroad, saying that an elderly man in his seventies may require specialised care not easily available in Nigeria due to years of weak investment in healthcare.
He added that Buhari’s habit of formally handing over power during absences showed respect for due process.
The book further described an atmosphere of mistrust around the Presidency. Aisha Buhari alleged that the President’s office was monitored and private conversations replayed, adding that fear within the system affected his wellbeing. She also dismissed claims that Buhari had a body double, describing the story as false and blaming poor communication for allowing such rumors to grow.
The governor of Oyo state, Seyi Makinde, has approved a N10,000 transportation allowance as a palliative for the state workforce to cushion the effects of the increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as petrol.
The Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Oyo State chapter, Kayode Martins, in a statement released on Monday, March 23, disclosed that the governor has granted the request of the union on the issue of transportation allowance.
The statement read
“Following the intervention and formal request made by the State Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) earlier this morning, the state government has approved a N10,000 transportation allowance for all workers in the state.
The newly approved allowance is set to take effect from April 2026, providing much-needed relief to workers grappling with rising transportation costs amid current economic challenges.
This development comes as a direct response to sustained advocacy by the state NLC, aimed at cushioning the impact of increased living expenses on the workforce.
Further details on implementation are expected to be communicated by the relevant government authorities in due course.”
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Former Acting Accountant-General of the Federation bags 72years imprisonment for diverting N868.46 million security funds
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, March 23, convicted and sentenced Chukwunyere Nwabuoku, former acting Accountant-General of the Federation (AGoF), to a 72-year jail term without an option of fine.
DailyTrust reports that in the judgment delivered, Justice Omotosho held that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had been able to prove the nine-count money laundering charge beyond reasonable doubt.
According to the judge, the defendant is hereby convicted as charged.
Justice Omotosho convicted Nwabuoku in all the nine counts and sentenced him to eight years imprisonment in each of the counts, making 72 years.
The judge, however, ordered that the counts shall run concurrently.
Justice Omotosho, who described Nwabuoku’s act of diverting funds meant for security and defence while he served as Director of Finance and Account in the Ministry of Defence as “appalling,” commended the EFCC for being detailed in its prosecution.
The judge observed that the evidence of the 9th prosecution witness that Nwabuoku voluntarily refunded part of the siphoned money of over N200 million during investigation was not controverted by the defence.
Nwabuoku served as the Director of Finance and Accounts in the Ministry of Defence between 2019 and 2021. He became acting Accountant General of the Federation in May 2022.
The police in Delta state have arrested eleven more suspects over the sexu@l ass@ults recorded during what was described as a “r@ping festival” in Oramudu Quarters in Ozoro last Thursday, March 19.
In a statement released on Saturday, March 21, the spokesperson of the command, SP Bright Edafe, said the CP Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT) was tasked with conducting a detailed investigation into the incident.
Edafe said operatives of CP-SAT conducted a thorough analysis of available video evidence and intelligence, leading to the arrest of eleven additional suspects identified as Samson Atukpodo, Steven ovie, Ugbevo Samson, Afoke Akporobaro, Evidence Oguname, and six others. Edafe mentioned that these latest arrests bring the total number of suspects currently in police custody in connection with the incident to fifteen (15)
“The Command reiterates that preliminary findings indicate that the unfortunate incident was perpetrated by criminal elements who exploited the situation to engage in acts of sexu@l v!olence, which are in no way representative of any legitimate cultural practice.
The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Aina Adesola, condemns these acts in totality and reassures the public that the Command remains resolute in its determination to ensure that all those involved are identified, arrested, and prosecuted in accordance with the law. Members of the public, particularly victims and witnesses, are once again encouraged to come forward with credible information that will aid ongoing investigations. The Command assures that all information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality.”the statement in part reads
Fuel price hike: Gov Makinde announces N10,000 transport support for workers
Former Acting Accountant-General of the Federation bags 72years imprisonment for diverting N868.46 million security funds
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