Tinubu mourns, sends Shettima to accompany Buhari’s remains from UK
President Bola Tinubu has confirmed the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, deeming it a loss for the nation.This information was shared in a statement released on Sunday by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confirmed the death of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.
“President Buhari passed away today in London at approximately 4:30 pm, after a lengthy illness,” the statement partially noted.
Onanuga mentioned that Tinubu has reached out to the grieving family.
“President Tinubu has communicated with Mrs. Aishat Buhari, the late President’s spouse, and expressed his heartfelt condolences,” he remarked.
To assist with the necessary arrangements for the return of the deceased president’s remains, Onanuga indicated that the President has instructed Vice President Kashim Shettima to travel without delay.
“President Tinubu has also directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to go to the United Kingdom to escort President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria,” he added.
The statement concluded by highlighting that as part of the national mourning, Tinubu has mandated a symbolic tribute, stating, “President Tinubu has ordered flags to be flown at half-mast in honor of the departed leader.”
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