The ex-President died on Sunday in a London hospital.
He was 82.
In honour of his legacy and service to the nation, the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, said the Senate and the House of Representatives would pause legislative duties for one week to mourn Buhari.
In a statement, Ogunlana said: “The National Assembly of the Federal Republic of Nigeria mourns the passing of His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, former President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, who died yesterday, July 13, 2025, in London, United Kingdom.
“In honour of his legacy and service to the nation, I am directed by the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives to inform members of the National Assembly and the general public that all legislative activities are suspended immediately until Tuesday, July 22.
“All members of the National Assembly are urged to reschedule their engagements to enable full participation in the burial activities of the late President.
“On behalf of members and staff of the National Assembly, the leadership of both chambers extends heartfelt condolences to: The government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“The government and people of Katsina State, his wife, children, and entire Buhari family.
“President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered for his commitment to Nigeria’s unity and his integrity. May Almighty Allah grant his soul eternal rest in Al-Jannatul Firdaus.”
The House of Representatives was scheduled to resume plenary activities today after a week of legislative break for the National Assembly’s Open Week.