Buhari, goodnight to a General

By Ogunsona Samuel

Former Nigerian President, Mohammadu Buhari is dead.

He died after a protracted illness.

On Sunday, President Tinubu announced President Buhari’s passing.

Consequently, Tinubu orders VP Shettima to proceed to the United Kingdom, (UK) to accompany his body back home

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari praising him as someone who lived a life of discipline and dedication to the unity of Nigeria

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

President Tinubu in a release made available to Irohinoodua and signed by his Media aide, Bayo Onanuga said the President 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.