VP Shettima To Accompany Buhari’s Body Back to Nigeria

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered Vice President Kashim Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom to accompany President Muhammadu Buhari’s body back to Nigeria.

The President officially announced his predecessor’s death, who passed on today in London at about 4.30 pm.

OYO NEWS reports that his death followed a prolonged illness.

President Tinubu has spoken with Mrs. Aishat Buhari, the former President’s widow and offered his deep condolences.

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

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 1985.

President Tinubu has ordered flags at half-staff as a mark of respect for the departed leader.

OYONEWS