A social media user known as Baby Buhari has shared a detailed account of a dream featuring former President Muhammadu Buhari, an event that has ignited a wave of mixed reactions and spiritual interpretations across Nigeria. The former leader passed away on July 13, 2025, in the United Kingdom during a medical trip and was subsequently honoured with a national burial.
The Vision: A Detailed Account of the Dream
According to Baby Buhari, who posted her experience on social media, the dream occurred barely four months after the president's death. She described seeing the late leader wearing a white shirt, with long hair, a calm face, and a soft smile. In the vision, Buhari reportedly extended greetings to her, presenting a serene and peaceful image.
The remains of the former president were transported back to Nigeria, accompanied by Vice President Kashim Shettima. President Bola Tinubu received the body at the airport and proceeded to the final resting place in Daura, Katsina state.
Nigerians React: Interpretations and Emotional Responses
The online community swiftly responded to the lady's narrative, with many offering their perspectives. One user, Abubakar Dunoma, provided a detailed Islamic interpretation of the dream's symbols.
Key interpretations included:
- Long, well-kept hair symbolising honour, blessings, and dignity, potentially indicating the deceased's elevated status in the afterlife.
- A calm and happy appearance suggesting the individual is in a good state, possibly a message to offer prayers or charity on their behalf.
- The nature of the vision itself, considered a real message in Islamic tradition, as it involved a known deceased believer.
Other reactions were more emotional. Abdullahi Yakub expressed a deep, natural love for the former president, while AbdulRasheed Kayode Kolawole shared prayers for Buhari, recalling how he had prayed for him daily during his illness.
Political Context: The Fight for Buhari's Support Base
This personal account emerges against a backdrop of ongoing political manoeuvring. President Bola Tinubu and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar are already seen as being at loggerheads ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The death of Muhammadu Buhari has intensified the contest to inherit his vast support base. In an exclusive interview with Legit.ng, political commentator Omotayo Yusuf analysed why Tinubu might have an edge over Atiku in securing the loyalists of the late president.
The viral dream and the public's engagement with it highlight the enduring influence of the former leader and the intersection of personal belief, spirituality, and the political landscape in Nigeria.
