Reactions have continued to pour in from the entertainment industry following the death of Nigeria’s former president, Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at a London hospital after battling leukemia. While political leaders declared seven days of mourning, celebrities across music, film, and activism used their platforms to express mixed emotions over the late president’s legacy.
Rapper and activist Eedris Abdulkareem delivered one of the most scathing remarks, suggesting Buhari’s controversial reputation shaped the outpouring of criticism. “Your legacies after life are consequences of your deeds,” he posted. Yoruba nation agitator Sunday Igboho echoed this sentiment in a video, recalling how DSS agents allegedly attempted to assassinate him under Buhari’s regime.
Former Big Brother Naija star Tacha offered a more reflective perspective. “No matter your views, Muhammadu Buhari was a major part of Nigeria’s story,” she wrote on X, encouraging Nigerians to honor the historical weight of his presidency, regardless of opinion. Veteran actress Kate Henshaw, however, summed up her feelings in a short but loaded post: “Nothing dey this life,” sparking widespread commentary online.
Actor and fellow BBN alum Pere Egbi struck a balance between criticism and compassion. He noted that Buhari’s legacy had “left behind pain that fermented into bitterness and hate,” while urging President Bola Tinubu to lead with empathy and address Nigeria’s suffering masses. His message resonated with many Nigerians battling economic hardship.
On the lighter end of the emotional spectrum, fuji icon KWAM 1 paid tribute to the late leader with a solemn rendition on Instagram, singing praises and ending with “Sleep well, Buhari.” In contrast, controversial singer Portable took a swipe at Buhari’s governance but prayed for his soul, saying, “Make sure you do good. It’s Buhari that offend us, not Tinubu.”
The mix of grief, anger, praise, and reflection has made Buhari’s death one of the most talked-about topics on Nigerian social media, with hashtags like #BuhariLegacy, #RIPBuhari, and #VoicesOfThePeople trending across platforms.
