Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari passed away today in London at approximately 4:30 PM, following a prolonged illness.
He was 82 years old.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the death of his predecessor, expressing his deep condolences to Mrs. Aisha Buhari, the former President’s widow, with whom he has spoken.
The announcement was made through the President’s Special Adviser on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
In a mark of respect for the departed leader, President Tinubu has ordered that flags be flown at half-staff nationwide.
He has also directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to the United Kingdom to accompany President Buhari’s body back to Nigeria.
Buhari served as Nigeria’s democratically elected president for two terms, from 2015 to 2023. Prior to his civilian leadership, he also held the position of military Head of State between January 1984 and August 1985.
