The Federal Government of Nigeria has extended its heartfelt condolences to the Republic of Zambia following the death of former President Edgar Lungu, who passed away on June 5, 2025, at the age of 68.
In a statement issued on Saturday by Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, praised Lungu’s dedication to Zambia during his tenure from 2015 to 2021.
“The departed President Lungu served Zambia with dedication… steering the nation through significant milestones, including infrastructure development and regional diplomacy, while upholding the spirit of ‘One Zambia, One Nation’,” Tuggar said.
The minister also noted Lungu’s contributions to inclusivity, national unity, and economic diversification, highlighting the historic appointment of Zambia’s first female president under his administration.
Nigeria recognized Lungu’s role in bolstering Africa’s voice on the global stage and his unwavering commitment to regional cooperation and solidarity.
“We stand in solidarity with the Lungu family, the Patriotic Front, and all Zambians during this period of national mourning,” the statement read.
“Nigeria joins the international community in celebrating his life and times. May his gentle soul rest in peace.”