Former First Lady Hajiya Aisha Muhammadu Buhari has arrived in Daura, Katsina, on the eve of Eid al-Adha alongside her son, Yusuf Buhari, as preparations for the Sallah celebrations gathered pace in the northern community.
Their arrival signals her decision to observe the Eid period in Daura, a practice well known of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who consistently chose to mark major Islamic festivals in his hometown among residents.
Why Aisha Buhari Spends Eid in Daura
According to a post shared by Bashir Ahmad, a former aide to the late former president, the family’s presence in Daura continues a long-standing tradition of returning to the former president’s ancestral home during festive periods.
He wrote: "The former First Lady, Hajiya Aisha Muhammadu Buhari, along with her son, Yusuf Buhari, in Daura last night ahead of the Eid al-Adha (Babbar Sallah) celebrations. She will spend the Eid period in Daura, continuing the longstanding tradition of our late boss, former President Muhammadu Buhari, who always preferred to celebrate Eid in his hometown among his people."
The visit reflects the Buhari family’s continued connection to their hometown during significant religious observances. This tradition has been maintained even after the former president’s passing, demonstrating the family’s commitment to their roots.
Eid al-Adha, also known as Babbar Sallah in Hausa, is one of the most important Islamic festivals, commemorating the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. The celebration involves prayers, feasting, and the sacrifice of livestock.
Daura, the hometown of the late former president, holds deep cultural and historical significance for the Buhari family. By spending Eid there, Aisha Buhari continues to honour her late husband’s legacy and maintain ties with the community.
