In a message brimming with poise, grace, and emotional depth, Her Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III, the Queen Consort of the Warri Kingdom, has extended a moving condolence to Aisha Buhari, the former First Lady of Nigeria, following the passing of her husband and former Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari.
The condolence letter, addressed directly to Aisha, honors both the former president’s legacy and the enduring strength of the woman who stood beside him through decades of public service. “To lose a beloved husband is a grief unlike any other,” Olori Atuwatse wrote. “To lose him after years of shared purpose, sacrifice, and service to a nation magnifies that ache in ways words can scarcely hold.”
The Queen Consort praised Aisha not only for her public role but for her vital presence in President Buhari’s life, describing her as “a sustaining force” whose strength and grace anchored Nigeria’s former First Family during years of political transition and national leadership.
Olori Atuwatse further described the late President Buhari as “a man of principle, steadiness, and duty,” highlighting his contributions to Nigeria’s modern political history and the integrity he brought to public office. Yet, she noted that beyond the headlines and history books was the sacred bond of family — the quiet devotion between husband and wife that carried them through the demands of public life.
“Behind the public figure was your private devotion,” she said, addressing the former First Lady with tenderness and reverence. “That is sacred.”
The condolence concluded with prayers for peace, healing, and divine comfort for Aisha and her family during this time of loss.
As tributes continue to pour in from across the nation and around the world, Olori Atuwatse III’s message stands out — not only for its royal tone, but for its heartfelt acknowledgment of love, partnership, and the quiet power of women who stand behind giants.
