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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Following news of the death of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, President Bola Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to London to convey his remains back home.<\/p>\n

The President officially announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday.<\/p>\n

Buhari died in London on Sunday at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness.<\/p>\n

Tinubu has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President\u2019s widow and offered his deep condolences.<\/p>\n

The President also directed Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany Buhari\u2019s remains back to Nigeria.<\/p>\n

The late Buhari was twice elected Nigeria\u2019s President in 2015 and 2023.<\/p>\n

He also served as military Head of State between January 1984 and August 1985.<\/p>\n

President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader.<\/p>\n

MORE: Abiodun mourns Buhari, says demise shocking, devastating<\/p>\n

MORE: It\u2019s unbelievable \u2013 Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala reacts to Buhari\u2019s death<\/p>\n

MORE: Proud Nigerian son gone \u2013 Fani-Kayode, Omokri, Shehu Sani react to Buhari\u2019s death<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. Following news of the death of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, President Bola Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to London to convey his remains back home. The President officially announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday. 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