By our Reporter
…. also orders flags to be flown at half-mast as a mark of respect for the departed
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally announced the death of of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President,
Information and Strategy in a press statement a short while ago. It reads:
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally announced the death of of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari.
“President Buhari died today (Sunday) 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”.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President,
Information and Strategy
Sunday, July 13, 2025
