Murtala Muhammed Foundation Set to Mark fiftieth Anniversary of Basic Murtala Muhammed’s Assassination

The Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF) has introduced the graduation of a sequence of nationwide and worldwide commemorative actions to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the assassination of former Nigerian Head of State, Basic Murtala Ramat Muhammed (GCFR).

Noticed in February 2026, the golden anniversary affords a second of nationwide reflection on the enduring legacy of a pacesetter whose transient however transformative tenure redefined governance, restored self-discipline within the civil service, and positioned Nigeria as a principled voice for justice, unity, and Pan-Africanism on the worldwide stage.

Talking on the importance of the milestone, Dr. Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode, CEO, Murtala Muhammed Foundation, mentioned the commemoration is designed not solely to honour the previous, however to encourage the longer term.

“Fifty years on, Basic Murtala Muhammed stays an ethical compass for management in Africa. His braveness, readability of function, intolerance for corruption, and unwavering perception in nationwide unity are values Nigeria wants now greater than ever. This anniversary is not only a remembrance; it’s a name to motion for the brand new technology of leaders to manipulate with integrity, patriotism, and braveness,” she said.

The commemorative actions will start on Monday, February 2nd, 2026, with a Legacy Artwork Exhibition on the Nigeria Institute of Worldwide Affairs (NIIA), Lagos, operating by way of February 28. The exhibition will showcase Basic Muhammed’s life, management philosophy, and enduring affect by way of visible artwork, archival supplies, and modern interpretations, providing a reflective lens into his values of self-discipline, service, unity, and nationwide function.

On February 5, 2026 Lagos will host a Strategic Coverage Workshop in partnership with the Nigerian Institute of Worldwide Affairs (NIIA). The session will give attention to Basic Muhammed’s function in redefining Nigeria’s international coverage, significantly his principled Pan-African stance and dedication to African liberation and solidarity.

Remembrance actions will proceed on February 6 with an official wreath-laying ceremony in Lagos, adopted by a particular Juma‘at prayer and graveside observance in Kano. A welcome reception and commemorative dinner will maintain on February 11, celebrating defining moments of Basic Muhammed’s management and beliefs.

On February 12, Abuja will host an Worldwide Memorial Lecture and Management Convention, bringing collectively world and native thought leaders to look at Basic Muhammed’s management philosophy, anti-corruption drive, and imaginative and prescient for a simply, disciplined, and self-reliant Nigeria.

The anniversary date, February 13, will likely be marked by solemn occasions in Abuja, together with a wreath-laying ceremony, commemorative Juma ‘at prayer, an Anti-Corruption Day, and a Nationwide Second of Silence noticed throughout the nation.

The commemorations will conclude on February 15 with an interdenominational thanksgiving service, reflecting Basic Muhammed’s dedication to nationwide unity throughout faiths and communities.

Dr. Muhammed-Oyebode burdened that the programmes mirror the enduring relevance of Basic Muhammed’s beliefs in at the moment’s Nigeria.

“Basic Muhammed believed deeply within the dignity of public service, decisive management and nationwide renewal. By these actions, we’re making certain that his imaginative and prescient continues to encourage future generations to serve with integrity, patriotism, and function,” she added.

The Murtala Muhammed Foundation invitations Nigerians at residence and within the diaspora, worldwide companions, civil society, and the media to take part within the commemorative actions and take part celebrating a pacesetter whose imaginative and prescient continues to encourage braveness, accountability, and renewed sense of nationwide function.