Buhari Supporter Pledges N1 Million to Gravediggers of Late Ex-President

A devoted supporter of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, Alhaji Sirajo Yazid-Abukur, has pledged a total of N1 million to the labourers who dug his grave at his residence in Daura, Katsina State.

Yazid-Abukur, who serves as the Managing Director of the Katsina State Roads Maintenance Agency (KASSROMA), made the announcement on Thursday in response to a viral video featuring the grave diggers.

According to him, the team leader of the burial crew, Malam Muhammad Ali, will receive N500,000, while the remaining two members will each be given N250,000.

He explained that he had already reached out to the men and hopes the funds will serve as seed capital for small businesses, enabling them to support themselves and their families.

Yazid-Abukur also commended Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State for his active participation and concern before, during, and after the burial of the late former president. He praised the governor’s humility, loyalty, and leadership for being physically involved in the funeral proceedings.

In his remarks, Yazid-Abukur prayed for the forgiveness of Buhari’s shortcomings and asked Almighty Allah to grant him eternal rest in Jannatul Firdaus.

Voice of People (VOP) recalls that former President Muhammadu Buhari passed away on Sunday in a London hospital after a prolonged illness. His remains were flown back to Nigeria on Tuesday.

The body was accompanied by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, members of Buhari’s immediate family, and senior government officials. Upon arrival at the Umaru Musa Yar’adua International Airport in Katsina, the remains were received by President Bola Tinubu.

The late president was then transported to his hometown, Daura, where he was laid to rest at his private residence amid prayers and tributes.