By Jane Okafor, Abuja
President Tinubu has confirmed the death of his immediate predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari in London, United Kingdom.
President Tinubu who announced this on Sunday said Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness.
President Tinubu also spoke with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences.
He has also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria.
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, according to a release on Sunday evening by Bayo Onanuga,
Special Adviser to the President,
Information and Strategy.
