“President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader. President Tinubu has also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria”
By John Odunayo
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.
President Buhari died today (Sunday) in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness.
A statement by the Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy), Bayo Onanuga, stated that “President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former president’s widow and offered his deep condolences.
“President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader.
“President Tinubu has also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria”.
The late 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.
