Buhari’s daughter reveals fears of secret surveillance in Aso Villa
Fatima Buhari, daughter of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has shared new details about her father’s concerns over privacy during his presidency. In a recently released book, she describes how Buhari suspected his Aso Villa office was bugged and took unusual precautions. At times, he and his daughter would communicate only by writing notes, fearing their conversations were being monitored. The revelations offer a rare glimpse into the tense atmosphere at the heart of Nigeria’s power.
What we know
- Fatima Buhari said her father believed his office in the Presidential Villa was under secret surveillance.
- The claims are detailed in a new book unveiled in Abuja on June 5, 2025.
- Buhari sometimes avoided speaking in his office, relying on written notes and gestures to communicate.
- Security sweeps reportedly found suspicious objects in his office and bedroom, raising further concerns.
- Fatima described the environment as unsettling and suggested that “the cabal” may have been involved in the alleged bugging.
