— Dispatched VP Shettima, Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila to UK to accompany body back home
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday announced the passing of his predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari.
President Buhari died today in a London hospital at about 4.30 pm, Nigeria Time following a prolonged illness.
A State House statement, signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser the President on Information and Strategy, said President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences.
“President Tinubu has also directed Vice President Kashim Shettima and Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria. The statement said
“Former President Buhari was twice elected Nigeria’s President in 2015 and 2023.
“He also served as military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985.
“President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader.