BREAKING NEWS: Buhari’s Death – President Tinubu Sends Shettima to London to Repatriate Late Buhari’s Body to Nigeria

In a significant and emotional development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has mandated Vice President Kashim Shettima to immediately travel to the United Kingdom following the demise of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari. Shettima’s assignment is to personally accompany the late leader’s remains back to Nigeria for proper national rites.

This directive from President Tinubu comes shortly after the official announcement confirming the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari. According to sources close to the family, Buhari died in London on Sunday at approximately 4:30 PM, after battling a protracted illness that had kept him away from the public eye for some time.

President Tinubu, who disclosed this national loss to the public, expressed his deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased. Specifically, Tinubu reached out to Mrs. Aishat Buhari, the widow of the former President, offering words of comfort and national solidarity in this period of grief.

The presidency has also issued an official order instructing Vice President Shettima to head to the UK immediately to oversee the dignified and respectful repatriation of Buhari’s body. This move underscores the administration’s commitment to honoring national leaders, both past and present, and ensuring that Buhari’s remains return home with the utmost dignity.

Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away at 81, remains a significant figure in Nigeria’s history. He was democratically elected as the nation’s President in 2015 and was re-elected for a second term in 2019. Prior to his civilian leadership, Buhari had a notable military career, serving as Nigeria’s military Head of State from January 1984 until August 1985.

In line with national mourning protocols, President Tinubu has declared that Nigerian flags should be flown at half-mast across the country and in all foreign missions as a mark of respect and tribute to the late former President Buhari.

This moment marks a reflective period for Nigeria, as the nation comes together to honor the legacy of a leader whose impact spanned both military and democratic governance. The return of Buhari’s body from the United Kingdom will be met with official state protocols and ceremonies befitting his status.

For further official statements and updates on the burial arrangements, Nigerians are advised to stay tuned to the official communication channels of the Presidency and the Federal Government.