By NGOZI Ezekiel
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.
Tinubu made the announcement in a release he issued through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy,Bayo Onanuga and availed Daily Nigerian Horn.
The release read:
” President Buhari died today in London at about 4.30 pm, following 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.”
