Hanan Buhari expresses deep grief and gratitude in an emotional Instagram tribute to her late father, former President Muhammadu Buhari.

In a moving Instagram post on Wednesday morning, Hanan Buhari, daughter of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, shared a heartfelt tribute that captured her profound grief and gratitude following his passing.

Accompanied by a poignant photo in which she holds her father’s hand during his final moments, Hanan expressed both sorrow and appreciation:

“The pain of your absence is immense, but I’m finding strength in the love you gave me. You’re the reason I know what unconditional love feels like. I thank Allah for giving me the opportunity to give you the final goodbye kiss. Alhamdulilah… I will endure a lifetime of missing you for the privilege of loving you.”

Describing her father as a “silent achiever,” she conveyed the depth of their bond and the impact of his unwavering parental love.

Her post resonated with many, offering a deeply personal window into the family’s mourning and the intimate moments between a father and daughter.

Hanan, a photographer and creative based in the UK, is married to Muhammad Turad Sha’aban. In describing her father, she highlighted his tireless dedication both as Nigeria’s military head of state (1983–85) and as a two-term democratic president (2015–2023).