Inside Buhari’s Life: Author Unveils Details Of Former President’s Authorised Biography

The author of the authorised biography of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, Udu Yakubu, has revealed that the late leader initially rejected several proposals for a book documenting his life and political career before eventually approving the project in 2024.

Yakubu disclosed that Buhari agreed to the project following a meeting between them in January 2024 in Daura, Katsina State, where he personally sought the former president’s permission to document his life and leadership journey.

Speaking on Wednesday during a press briefing ahead of the public presentation of the publication, titled Muhammadu Buhari: The Authorised Biography, Yakubu explained that the project was undertaken with Buhari’s full participation.

He said work on the three-volume biography officially began in April 2024, following the former president’s approval.

According to Yakubu, Buhari’s authorisation provided him with access to personal recollections, documentary records and individuals whose contributions helped provide a deeper understanding of the former president’s life and political career.

The author explained that the publication was the result of more than two years of extensive research, interviews, writing and examination of historical documents.

He added that the three-volume work seeks to present an independent account of Buhari’s leadership, covering his military career, democratic presidency, achievements, shortcomings and controversies.

Yakubu noted that the biography would examine different stages of Buhari’s public life, offering readers an opportunity to understand his decisions, political experiences and impact on Nigeria.

According to Bush Radio Academy, the publication is expected to provide a detailed account of the late president’s personal and political journey, drawing on materials and insights gathered with his approval before his death.