Abuja: Former Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari, a leader who first governed as a junta strongman and later as an elected democrat, passed away on Sunday at the age of 82. Buhari’s leadership is remembered for overseeing one of the country’s most challenging periods.

According to France24.com, Buhari’s tenure was marked by significant political and social upheavals. Initially rising to power through a military coup in the early 1980s, he later transitioned to democratic leadership, serving as Nigeria’s president from 2015 to 2023. His legacy is characterized by efforts to combat corruption and his role in shaping Nigeria’s modern political landscape. Despite his efforts, his time in office was also marked by controversies and divisions among Nigerians.