Tinubu Confirms Buhari's Death, Orders Shettima to the UK to accompany body back home

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.

President Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following a prolonged illness.

Tinubu, in a statement by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, said he has spoken with Mrs Aishat Buhari, the former President's widow and offered his deep condolences.

President has also ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari's body back to Nigeria.

Tinubu, however, ordered flags at half-mast as a mark of respect for the departed leader.

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 198