President Tinubu Sends VP Shettima to London to Repatriate Buhari’s Remains

Following the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel to London to oversee the return of Buhari’s remains to Nigeria.

President Tinubu officially confirmed Buhari’s passing on Sunday, noting that the former leader died in London at approximately 4:30 p.m. after a prolonged illness.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Tinubu revealed he had spoken with the late President’s widow, Mrs. Aisha Buhari, to extend his heartfelt condolences.

As a mark of respect, Tinubu ordered that national flags be flown at half-staff across the country for seven days.

Buhari, who served as Nigeria’s military Head of State from January 1984 to August 1985, was later elected as a democratic president, holding office from 2015 to 2023.

His final burial is expected to take place in his hometown of Daura, Katsina State.