Former President, Muhammad Buhari is dead.
Buhari, 82 died in London, according to a terse statement by his former special adviser, Garba Shehu, on Sunday.
“The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London.
“May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin,” he said.
Meanwhile, President Tinubu has dispatched the Vice President, Kashim Shettima to the UK to accompany body back home
Tinubu who confirmed the passing of his predecessor, according to his media aide, Bayo Onanuga has spoken to his wife, Aisha Buhari.
“President Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness.
“President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences.
“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.
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.
